US Bridges

SR 1002 over Over Spruce Run

Fair

Union County, Pennsylvania · 1 MI E of Mazeppa · Structure no. 000000000033475

Built
1948
77 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
71 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,792
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 1002 over Over Spruce Run is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 1002 over Over Spruce Run in Union County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1948, so it is 77 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 2,792 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,324 by 2032. The structure is 71 ft (21.6 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 1002
CrossesOver Spruce Run
Location1 MI E of Mazeppa
RouteState Highway 0
CountyUnion County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.98875, -76.98334
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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionFebruary 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 geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating66 US tons
Inventory rating39 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckClosed grating
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length71 ft (21.6 m)
Longest span68 ft (20.7 m)
Deck width32 ft (9.9 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,792 (2024)
Projected traffic2,324 by 2032
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 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$117,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 1002 over Over Spruce Run built?

It was built in 1948, making it 77 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 1002 over Over Spruce Run 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does SR 1002 over Over Spruce Run carry?

About 2,792 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is SR 1002 over Over Spruce Run?

The structure is 71 ft (21.6 m) long with a longest span of 68 ft (20.7 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.

Who owns SR 1002 over Over Spruce Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.