US Bridges

TR 287 over Over Tioga River

Good

Tioga County, Pennsylvania · N.Tioga Boro-River Bridge · Structure no. 000000000032883

Built
1949
76 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
354 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
4,163
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

TR 287 over Over Tioga River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying TR 287 over Over Tioga River in Tioga County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1949, so it is 76 years old, older than the Pennsylvania average of 54.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 4,163 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,988 by 2032. The structure is 354 ft (107.9 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 51 mi (82 km).

CarriesTR 287
CrossesOver Tioga River
LocationN.Tioga Boro-River Bridge
RouteState Highway 287
Coordinates41.92245, -77.12995
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating35.7 US tons
Inventory rating27.4 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHL 93
Structure length354 ft (107.9 m)
Longest span97 ft (29.6 m)
Deck width34 ft (10.3 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,163 (2024)
Projected traffic5,988 by 2032
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed51 mi (82 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$981,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was TR 287 over Over Tioga River built?

It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025.

What condition is TR 287 over Over Tioga River in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in July 2024.

How much traffic does TR 287 over Over Tioga River carry?

About 4,163 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is TR 287 over Over Tioga River?

The structure is 354 ft (107.9 m) long with a longest span of 97 ft (29.6 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.

Who owns TR 287 over Over Tioga River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.