US Bridges

Universal RD over Thompson Run East Br.

Good

Allegheny County, Pennsylvania · TE12 Thompson E Br # 12 · Structure no. 000000000002180

Built
1990
35 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
24 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
9,286
2019 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Universal RD over Thompson Run East Br. is a concrete culvert carrying Universal RD over Thompson Run East Br. in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 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 9,286 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,500 by 2039. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesUniversal RD
CrossesThompson Run East Br.
LocationTE12 Thompson E Br # 12
RouteCounty Highway 0
Coordinates40.46767, -79.79287
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59 US tons
Inventory rating35.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span22 ft (6.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,286 (2019)
Projected traffic10,500 by 2039
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 Universal RD over Thompson Run East Br. built?

It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.

What condition is Universal RD over Thompson Run East Br. 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does Universal RD over Thompson Run East Br. carry?

About 9,286 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is Universal RD over Thompson Run East Br.?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.7 m).

Who owns Universal RD over Thompson Run East Br.?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.