US Bridges

TR 6 Tunk Bypass over Tunkhannock Creek

Good

Wyoming County, Pennsylvania · Tunkhnnck Bo 415 E TR 92 · Structure no. 000000000041046

Built
2000
25 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
467 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
9,051
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

TR 6 Tunk Bypass over Tunkhannock Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying TR 6 Tunk Bypass over Tunkhannock Creek in Wyoming County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 2000, so it is 25 years old, younger than the Pennsylvania average of 54.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 9,051 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,598 by 2032. The structure is 467 ft (142.3 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesTR 6 Tunk Bypass
CrossesTunkhannock Creek
LocationTunkhnnck Bo 415 E TR 92
RouteU.S. Route 6
CountyWyoming County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates41.53718, -75.93458
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating97 US tons
Inventory rating23 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length467 ft (142.3 m)
Longest span125 ft (38.1 m)
Deck width47 ft (14.4 m)
Roadway width45 ft (13.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,051 (2023)
Projected traffic11,598 by 2032
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was TR 6 Tunk Bypass over Tunkhannock Creek built?

It was built in 2000, making it 25 years old in 2025.

What condition is TR 6 Tunk Bypass over Tunkhannock Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in October 2023.

How much traffic does TR 6 Tunk Bypass over Tunkhannock Creek carry?

About 9,051 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is TR 6 Tunk Bypass over Tunkhannock Creek?

The structure is 467 ft (142.3 m) long with a longest span of 125 ft (38.1 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.

Who owns TR 6 Tunk Bypass over Tunkhannock Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.