US Bridges

SR 0087 TR 87 over Trib Susquehanna River

Fair

Wyoming County, Pennsylvania · Washington Tp 1.9M W TR 6 · Structure no. 000000000037128

Built
1931
94 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected December 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
28 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,851
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 0087 TR 87 over Trib Susquehanna River is a concrete culvert carrying SR 0087 TR 87 over Trib Susquehanna River in Wyoming County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1931, so it is 94 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 2,851 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,170 by 2032. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 0087 TR 87
CrossesTrib Susquehanna River
LocationWashington Tp 1.9M W TR 6
RouteState Highway 87
CountyWyoming County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates41.57705, -76.03169
Functional classRural Minor 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
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionDecember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating54 US tons
Inventory rating32 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length28 ft (8.5 m)
Longest span28 ft (8.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,851 (2023)
Projected traffic5,170 by 2032
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure3
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$231,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 0087 TR 87 over Trib Susquehanna River built?

It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 0087 TR 87 over Trib Susquehanna River 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 December 2023.

How much traffic does SR 0087 TR 87 over Trib Susquehanna River carry?

About 2,851 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is SR 0087 TR 87 over Trib Susquehanna River?

The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.5 m).

Who owns SR 0087 TR 87 over Trib Susquehanna River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.