US Bridges

Pa 116; SR 0116 over Trib to Conewago Creek

Fair

Adams County, Pennsylvania · .5 Mi. W. of Brushtown · Structure no. 000000000000113

Built
1949
76 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
23 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
6,834
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Pa 116; SR 0116 over Trib to Conewago Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Pa 116; SR 0116 over Trib to Conewago Creek in Adams County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1949, so it is 76 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 6 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 6,834 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,229 by 2032. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesPa 116; SR 0116
CrossesTrib to Conewago Creek
Location.5 Mi. W. of Brushtown
RouteState Highway 116
CountyAdams County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates39.80015, -77.07239
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
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating77.1 US tons
Inventory rating51 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length23 ft (7 m)
Longest span23 ft (7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,834 (2024)
Projected traffic11,229 by 2032
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Pa 116; SR 0116 over Trib to Conewago Creek built?

It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pa 116; SR 0116 over Trib to Conewago 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does Pa 116; SR 0116 over Trib to Conewago Creek carry?

About 6,834 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Pa 116; SR 0116 over Trib to Conewago Creek?

The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 23 ft (7 m).

Who owns Pa 116; SR 0116 over Trib to Conewago Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.