US Bridges

SR 0267 TR 267 over Meshoppen Creek

PoorPosted for load

Wyoming County, Pennsylvania · Meshoppen Bo 181 N TR 6 · Structure no. 000000000037162

Built
1934
91 years old, rebuilt 1986
Condition
Poor
inspected September 2023
Type
Truss - Thru
Steel
Length
214 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,699
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 0267 TR 267 over Meshoppen Creek is a steel truss - thru carrying SR 0267 TR 267 over Meshoppen Creek in Wyoming County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1934 and reconstructed in 1986, so it is 91 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. Its operating status is: posted for other load-capacity restriction.

It carries about 1,699 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,094 by 2032. The structure is 214 ft (65.2 m) long and 25 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 0267 TR 267
CrossesMeshoppen Creek
LocationMeshoppen Bo 181 N TR 6
RouteState Highway 267
CountyWyoming County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates41.61393, -76.04681
Functional classRural Major 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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for other load-capacity restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating49.1 US tons
Inventory rating29 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTruss - Thru
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length214 ft (65.2 m)
Longest span144 ft (43.9 m)
Deck width25 ft (7.7 m)
Roadway width23 ft (7 m)
Vertical clearance over deck13 ft (4.1 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,699 (2024)
Projected traffic3,094 by 2032
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$1.8 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 0267 TR 267 over Meshoppen Creek built?

It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1986.

What condition is SR 0267 TR 267 over Meshoppen Creek 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does SR 0267 TR 267 over Meshoppen Creek carry?

About 1,699 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is SR 0267 TR 267 over Meshoppen Creek?

The structure is 214 ft (65.2 m) long with a longest span of 144 ft (43.9 m) and a deck 25 ft wide.

Who owns SR 0267 TR 267 over Meshoppen Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.