US Bridges

SR 0050 SH over Millers Run

Good

Allegheny County, Pennsylvania · 1/2 MI from Wash CO Line · Structure no. 000000000000689

Built
1972
53 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2022
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
46 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
12,244
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 0050 SH over Millers Run is a concrete culvert carrying SR 0050 SH over Millers Run in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 years old, younger than the Pennsylvania average of 54.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 12,244 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,982 by 2032. The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesSR 0050 SH
CrossesMillers Run
Location1/2 MI from Wash CO Line
RouteState Highway 50
Coordinates40.33834, -80.17594
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2022
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length46 ft (14 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 traffic12,244 (2024)
Projected traffic10,982 by 2032
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 SR 0050 SH over Millers Run built?

It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 0050 SH over Millers Run in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in October 2022.

How much traffic does SR 0050 SH over Millers Run carry?

About 12,244 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is SR 0050 SH over Millers Run?

The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long with a longest span of 23 ft (7 m).

Who owns SR 0050 SH over Millers Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.