US Bridges

Scotia Hollow RD over Scotia Run

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Allegheny County, Pennsylvania · XC01 Scotia Hollow Bridge · Structure no. 000000000046866

Built
2008
17 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
25 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
4,100
2007 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Scotia Hollow RD over Scotia Run is a concrete culvert carrying Scotia Hollow RD over Scotia Run in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 2008, so it is 17 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 4,100 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,300 by 2027. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long and 66 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesScotia Hollow RD
CrossesScotia Run
LocationXC01 Scotia Hollow Bridge
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyAllegheny County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.27374, -79.90413
Functional classUrban Collector

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.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating103.9 US tons
Inventory rating61.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length25 ft (7.6 m)
Longest span25 ft (7.6 m)
Deck width66 ft (20.1 m)
Roadway width29 ft (8.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,100 (2007)
Projected traffic5,300 by 2027
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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 proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Scotia Hollow RD over Scotia Run built?

It was built in 2008, making it 17 years old in 2025.

What condition is Scotia Hollow RD over Scotia 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does Scotia Hollow RD over Scotia Run carry?

About 4,100 vehicles per day (2007 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Scotia Hollow RD over Scotia Run?

The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 66 ft wide.

Who owns Scotia Hollow RD over Scotia Run?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.