US Bridges

SR0015 over Buffalo Creek

Fair

Union County, Pennsylvania · Boro of Lewisburg · Structure no. 000000000033381

Built
1930
95 years old, rebuilt 1989
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
152 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
21,561
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR0015 over Buffalo Creek is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR0015 over Buffalo Creek in Union County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1930 and reconstructed in 1989, so it is 95 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 21,561 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 31,799 by 2032. The structure is 152 ft (46.3 m) long and 96 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 km).

Location

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CarriesSR0015
CrossesBuffalo Creek
LocationBoro of Lewisburg
RouteU.S. Route 15
CountyUnion County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.97194, -76.89161
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating77.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length152 ft (46.3 m)
Longest span73 ft (22.3 m)
Deck width96 ft (29.4 m)
Roadway width89 ft (27.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic21,561 (2023)
Projected traffic31,799 by 2032
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed13 mi (21 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

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$287,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR0015 over Buffalo Creek built?

It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1989.

What condition is SR0015 over Buffalo Creek 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does SR0015 over Buffalo Creek carry?

About 21,561 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is SR0015 over Buffalo Creek?

The structure is 152 ft (46.3 m) long with a longest span of 73 ft (22.3 m) and a deck 96 ft wide.

Who owns SR0015 over Buffalo Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.