Wyalusing River Bridge Repair Work Continues in Bradford County
Summary
PennDOT continues repair work on the Wyalusing River Bridge after an oversized load struck and damaged the structure on March 24, 2026. The bridge, which carries Route 2010 over the Susquehanna River in Bradford County and serves more than 5,500 vehicles daily, remains closed with a detour via Routes 187 and 6. The contractor will install temporary braces, remove damaged steel, and test remaining steel for hidden cracks. PennDOT has set an anticipated reopening date of July 1, 2026.
“The Wyalusing River Bridge was stuck and damaged by an oversized load on Tuesday, March 24.”
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PennDOT announced continued repair work on the Wyalusing River Bridge following damage caused by an oversized load on March 24, 2026. The contractor will install temporary braces to stabilize the bridge, remove damaged steel, and test remaining steel for hidden cracks or weaknesses.
Affected parties include drivers in Bradford County who rely on Route 2010 as a critical north-tier corridor serving over 5,500 vehicles per day. A detour using Routes 187 and 6 remains in effect until repairs are complete, with an anticipated reopening date of July 1, 2026. PennDOT urges all drivers to verify their vehicle height before traveling.
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Work Continues on the Wyalusing River Bridge Repair in Bradford County
April 24, 2026
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During the week of April 27, the contractor will continue installing temporary braces to stabilize the bridge for the repairs, as well as remove damaged steel and paint. As the damaged sections of steel are removed, the steel expected to remain in place will be tested to check for any hidden cracks or weaknesses. These tests ensure the structure is safe while preserving the existing material.
PennDOT understands that the Wyalusing River Bridge is a critical connection for the residents of the northern tier and will continue to make this repair a priority and open this road as soon as possible. The anticipated reopening date is Wednesday, July 1, 2026.
The public can keep informed throughout the repair process by visiting the Wyalusing River Bridge Emergency Repair web page.
The Wyalusing River Bridge was stuck and damaged by an oversized load on Tuesday, March 24. PennDOT inspected the damaged bridge and determined that due to the extent of the damages, the bridge will remain closed until the repairs are made.
Built in 1942, the Wyalusing River Bridge is a 12-span bridge, including a four-span steel truss. The bridge is nearly 1,500 feet in length, has a reinforced concrete bridge deck, and has a vertical clearance of 14’ 9”. With an average daily traffic county of more than 5,500 vehicles, this bridge is an essential traffic corridor in the region. The bridge was last reconditioned in 1993 to prolong the life of the structure.
PennDOT reminds drivers to "Check Your Height, Know It's Right". Drivers are responsible for knowing the height of their vehicle - whether a personal vehicle or a rented one - and observing and complying with posted bridge heights. Using the “Check Your Height, Know It’s Right” tool, drivers can avoid hitting bridges with vehicles. According to PennDOT data, in the 10 years between 2013 and 2023, there were more than 600 bridge strikes to bridges or other overhead structures in PA.
Drivers can check conditions on major roadways by visiting www.511PA.com. 511PA, which is free and available 24 hours a day, provides traffic delay warnings, weather forecasts, traffic speed information and access to more than 1,200 traffic cameras. 511PA is also available through a smartphone application for iPhone and Android devices, by calling 5-1-1, or by following regional X alerts.
Find PennDOT’s planned and active construction projects at www.pa.gov/DOTprojects. Subscribe to PennDOT news and find transportation results in Tioga, Bradford, Lycoming, Sullivan, Union, Snyder, Northumberland, Montour, and Columbia counties at www.pa.gov/DOTdistrict3.
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