US Bridges

SR 0247 TR 247 over Lackawanna River

Poor

Wayne County, Pennsylvania · Clinton Tp 288 N Susq LN · Structure no. 000000000035495

Built
1961
64 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
42 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,658
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 0247 TR 247 over Lackawanna River is a concrete culvert carrying SR 0247 TR 247 over Lackawanna River in Wayne County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 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 2,658 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,651 by 2032. The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 0247 TR 247
CrossesLackawanna River
LocationClinton Tp 288 N Susq LN
RouteState Highway 247
CountyWayne County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates41.64846, -75.46184
Functional classUrban 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
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
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 rating45 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length42 ft (12.8 m)
Longest span42 ft (12.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,658 (2023)
Projected traffic3,651 by 2032
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 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$360,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 0247 TR 247 over Lackawanna River built?

It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 0247 TR 247 over Lackawanna River 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does SR 0247 TR 247 over Lackawanna River carry?

About 2,658 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is SR 0247 TR 247 over Lackawanna River?

The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long with a longest span of 42 ft (12.8 m).

Who owns SR 0247 TR 247 over Lackawanna River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.