Bridge was struck by an oversized load on March 24 and Reopened on June 1, 2026, a month ahead of schedule.
WYALUSING, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced back on Monday, June 1, 2026, that the Wyalusing River Bridge in Terry and Wyalusing Townships, Bradford County, was able to be reopened, one month ahead of schedule.
“Repairing the Wyalusing River Bridge was a top priority for the department,” said PennDOT Secretary Mike Carroll, “This bridge a critical link for communities in the northern tier, and we appreciate the long hours and weekend work that made it possible to reopen the bridge a month earlier than anticipated.”
The bridge, which carries Wyalusing New Albany Road (Route 2010) over the Susquehanna River, was damaged on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, when it was struck by an oversized load. After inspecting the bridge, PennDOT determined the damage required a full closure until repairs could be made. A detour using Route 6 and Route 187 was in place throughout the repair period.
“We appreciate the public’s patience and understanding as we worked to safely repair the bridge,” said PennDOT District Executive Eric High, “My thanks go out to our department forces, bridge inspection crews, consultants, contractors, and everyone involved in the inspection, design, and repair efforts, which allowed to complete the repairs a month ahead of schedule.”
Because the Wyalusing River Bridge is a vital connection for residents, businesses, and emergency services, PennDOT moved the project forward as quickly and safely as possible. Emergency procedures enabled the department to rapidly hire a design consultant and contractor. Materials were secured on an accelerated schedule, allowing the team to complete repairs one month ahead of plan.
To help keep the public informed, PennDOT had issued weekly updates, sent email notifications, and created a project website. Project information remains available on the Wyalusing River Bridge Emergency Repair web page.
As for the history of the bridge, it was built in 1942, and the Wyalusing River Bridge is a 12‑span structure that includes a four‑span steel truss. It is nearly 1,500 feet long, features a reinforced concrete deck, and provides a vertical clearance of 14 feet, 9 inches. With more than 5,500 vehicles crossing it daily, the bridge is an essential route for the region. It was last reconditioned in 1993.
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.
