US Bridges

Pa 116; SR 0116 over Middle Creek

Fair

Adams County, Pennsylvania · Fairfield · Structure no. 000000000000097

Built
1954
71 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected December 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
55 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
6,265
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Pa 116; SR 0116 over Middle Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Pa 116; SR 0116 over Middle Creek in Adams County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 years old, older than the Pennsylvania average of 54.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 6,265 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,414 by 2032. The structure is 55 ft (16.8 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).

Location

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CarriesPa 116; SR 0116
CrossesMiddle Creek
LocationFairfield
RouteState Highway 116
CountyAdams County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates39.79065, -77.36485
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionDecember 2022
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 geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating53 US tons
Inventory rating32 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length55 ft (16.8 m)
Longest span50 ft (15.2 m)
Deck width50 ft (15.2 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,265 (2023)
Projected traffic9,414 by 2032
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.8 mi (19 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$572,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Pa 116; SR 0116 over Middle Creek built?

It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pa 116; SR 0116 over Middle Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in December 2022.

How much traffic does Pa 116; SR 0116 over Middle Creek carry?

About 6,265 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Pa 116; SR 0116 over Middle Creek?

The structure is 55 ft (16.8 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.

Who owns Pa 116; SR 0116 over Middle Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.