US Bridges

SR 0015 (TR-15) over Over Trib WB Susq River

Good

Union County, Pennsylvania · Village of New Columbia · Structure no. 000000000033389

Built
1964
61 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
24 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
15,796
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 0015 (TR-15) over Over Trib WB Susq River is a concrete culvert carrying SR 0015 (TR-15) over Over Trib WB Susq River in Union County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 15,796 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 25,485 by 2032. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesSR 0015 (TR-15)
CrossesOver Trib WB Susq River
LocationVillage of New Columbia
RouteU.S. Route 15
Coordinates41.0429, -76.87095
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadH 20
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span24 ft (7.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15,796 (2024)
Projected traffic25,485 by 2032
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 0015 (TR-15) over Over Trib WB Susq River built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 0015 (TR-15) over Over Trib WB Susq 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does SR 0015 (TR-15) over Over Trib WB Susq River carry?

About 15,796 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is SR 0015 (TR-15) over Over Trib WB Susq River?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m).

Who owns SR 0015 (TR-15) over Over Trib WB Susq River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.