US Bridges

SR 0006 TR 6 over Tunkhannock Creek

Good

Wyoming County, Pennsylvania · Tunkhannock Bo 268E TR29 · Structure no. 000000000041497

Built
2000
25 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
624 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
9,327
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 0006 TR 6 over Tunkhannock Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 0006 TR 6 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 9,327 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,746 by 2032. The structure is 624 ft (190.2 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 0006 TR 6
CrossesTunkhannock Creek
LocationTunkhannock Bo 268E TR29
RouteU.S. Route 6
CountyWyoming County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates41.53671, -75.94528
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 above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating95 US tons
Inventory rating22 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length624 ft (190.2 m)
Longest span133 ft (40.5 m)
Deck width47 ft (14.3 m)
Roadway width43 ft (13.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,327 (2023)
Projected traffic13,746 by 2032
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 SR 0006 TR 6 over Tunkhannock Creek built?

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

What condition is SR 0006 TR 6 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 SR 0006 TR 6 over Tunkhannock Creek carry?

About 9,327 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is SR 0006 TR 6 over Tunkhannock Creek?

The structure is 624 ft (190.2 m) long with a longest span of 133 ft (40.5 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.

Who owns SR 0006 TR 6 over Tunkhannock Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.