US Bridges

SR 0670 TR 670 over Branch Johnson Creek

Fair

Wayne County, Pennsylvania · Mt Plsnt Twp 1.2M N TR247 · Structure no. 000000000035572

Built
1959
66 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2023
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete
Length
30 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
427
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 0670 TR 670 over Branch Johnson Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying SR 0670 TR 670 over Branch Johnson Creek in Wayne County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1959, so it is 66 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 6 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 427 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 390 by 2032. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 0670 TR 670
CrossesBranch Johnson Creek
LocationMt Plsnt Twp 1.2M N TR247
RouteState Highway 670
CountyWayne County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates41.70177, -75.36984
Functional classRural Major 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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating63.1 US tons
Inventory rating37 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length30 ft (9.1 m)
Longest span28 ft (8.5 m)
Deck width31 ft (9.4 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic427 (2024)
Projected traffic390 by 2032
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.2 mi (18 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$51,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 0670 TR 670 over Branch Johnson Creek built?

It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 0670 TR 670 over Branch Johnson 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does SR 0670 TR 670 over Branch Johnson Creek carry?

About 427 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is SR 0670 TR 670 over Branch Johnson Creek?

The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.5 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.

Who owns SR 0670 TR 670 over Branch Johnson Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.