US Bridges

SR 1009 over Oxbow Creek

Fair

Wyoming County, Pennsylvania · Lemon Twp 2 M N TR 92 · Structure no. 000000000037207

Built
1948
77 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
423
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 1009 over Oxbow Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 1009 over Oxbow Creek in Wyoming 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 423 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 556 by 2032. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 1009
CrossesOxbow Creek
LocationLemon Twp 2 M N TR 92
RouteState Highway 0
CountyWyoming County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates41.60629, -75.88817
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
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum 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 length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span21 ft (6.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic423 (2024)
Projected traffic556 by 2032
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed13 mi (21 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$194,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 1009 over Oxbow Creek built?

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

What condition is SR 1009 over Oxbow 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does SR 1009 over Oxbow Creek carry?

About 423 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is SR 1009 over Oxbow Creek?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.4 m).

Who owns SR 1009 over Oxbow Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.