US Bridges

Ramp a over Branch of Mcclaren Run

Good

Allegheny County, Pennsylvania · 1300 Ft South of Ewing RD · Structure no. 000000000040832

Built
1997
28 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
50 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
3,065
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ramp a over Branch of Mcclaren Run is a concrete culvert carrying Ramp a over Branch of Mcclaren Run in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 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 3,065 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,112 by 2032. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesRamp a
CrossesBranch of Mcclaren Run
Location1300 Ft South of Ewing RD
RouteState Highway 0
Coordinates40.48063, -80.20062
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
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 spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length50 ft (15.2 m)
Longest span50 ft (15.2 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,065 (2024)
Projected traffic4,112 by 2032
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 Ramp a over Branch of Mcclaren Run built?

It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ramp a over Branch of Mcclaren 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does Ramp a over Branch of Mcclaren Run carry?

About 3,065 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Ramp a over Branch of Mcclaren Run?

The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m).

Who owns Ramp a over Branch of Mcclaren Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.