SR 42 over N.b. Susquehanna River

Fair Condition40 years old7,220 vehicles/day

Location

StatePennsylvania
CountyColumbia
LocationCatawissa River Bridge
CarriesSR 42
CrossesN.b. Susquehanna River
Coordinates40.95353, -76.46611

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical5 — Stable for scour

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length1378.0 ft (420 m)
Max Span170.9 ft (52.1 m)
Deck Width45.6 ft (13.9 m)
Deck Area5,838 sq m
Main Spans8
Year Built1986

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic7,220 (2023)
Truck Traffic7%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection323
Inspection FrequencyEvery 48 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000000012463

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