US Bridges

S.R.4027 over Over Cummings Creek

Poor

Tioga County, Pennsylvania · 1.5 Miles South of Nelson · Structure no. 000000000033205

Built
1952
73 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected August 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete
Length
37 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
675
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

S.R.4027 over Over Cummings Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying S.R.4027 over Over Cummings Creek in Tioga County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1952, so it is 73 years old, older than the Pennsylvania average of 54.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

It carries about 675 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,081 by 2032. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.9 mi (40 km).

Location

Open in Google Maps
CarriesS.R.4027
CrossesOver Cummings Creek
Location1.5 Miles South of Nelson
RouteState Highway 0
CountyTioga County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates41.95791, -77.23303
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length37 ft (11.3 m)
Longest span35 ft (10.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic675 (2023)
Projected traffic1,081 by 2032
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed24.9 mi (40 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$27,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was S.R.4027 over Over Cummings Creek built?

It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025.

What condition is S.R.4027 over Over Cummings Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in August 2024.

How much traffic does S.R.4027 over Over Cummings Creek carry?

About 675 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is S.R.4027 over Over Cummings Creek?

The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 35 ft (10.7 m).

Who owns S.R.4027 over Over Cummings Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.