US Bridges

Elizabeth RD over Br.Of Beckets Run

Fair

Allegheny County, Pennsylvania · 1600NORTH of SR 0136 · Structure no. 000000000001508

Built
1952
73 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
20 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
282
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Elizabeth RD over Br.Of Beckets Run is a concrete culvert carrying Elizabeth RD over Br.Of Beckets Run in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1952, so it is 73 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 282 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 989 by 2032. The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesElizabeth RD
CrossesBr.Of Beckets Run
Location1600NORTH of SR 0136
RouteState Highway 0
CountyAllegheny County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.21052, -79.85908
Functional classRural Minor Collector

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 protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating54 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length20 ft (6.1 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.1 m)
Deck width24 ft (7.2 m)
Roadway width21 ft (6.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic282 (2024)
Projected traffic989 by 2032
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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$79,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Elizabeth RD over Br.Of Beckets Run built?

It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025.

What condition is Elizabeth RD over Br.Of Beckets Run 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does Elizabeth RD over Br.Of Beckets Run carry?

About 282 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is Elizabeth RD over Br.Of Beckets Run?

The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.

Who owns Elizabeth RD over Br.Of Beckets Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.