US Bridges

SR 2022 over Over Tioga River

Fair

Tioga County, Pennsylvania · Village of Covington · Structure no. 000000000033047

Built
1954
71 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
140 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
982
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 2022 over Over Tioga River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 2022 over Over Tioga River in Tioga County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 years old, older than the Pennsylvania average of 54.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 982 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,475 by 2032. The structure is 140 ft (42.7 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 2022
CrossesOver Tioga River
LocationVillage of Covington
RouteState Highway 0
CountyTioga County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates41.74465, -77.07997
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckClosed grating
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length140 ft (42.7 m)
Longest span68 ft (20.7 m)
Deck width34 ft (10.3 m)
Roadway width26 ft (8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic982 (2024)
Projected traffic2,475 by 2032
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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$140,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 2022 over Over Tioga River built?

It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 2022 over Over Tioga River in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in August 2023.

How much traffic does SR 2022 over Over Tioga River carry?

About 982 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is SR 2022 over Over Tioga River?

The structure is 140 ft (42.7 m) long with a longest span of 68 ft (20.7 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.

Who owns SR 2022 over Over Tioga River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.