US Bridges

Ohio River Bl over Crows Run

Fair

Beaver County, Pennsylvania · 250SOUTH Crows Run Rd. · Structure no. 000000000003545

Built
1900
125 years old, rebuilt 1940
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Masonry
Length
25 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
26,289
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ohio River Bl over Crows Run is a masonry culvert carrying Ohio River Bl over Crows Run in Beaver County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1900 and reconstructed in 1940, so it is 125 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 26,289 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 22,262 by 2032. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesOhio River Bl
CrossesCrows Run
Location250SOUTH Crows Run Rd.
RouteState Highway 65
CountyBeaver County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.66935, -80.24357
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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 inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating54 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialMasonry
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length25 ft (7.6 m)
Longest span25 ft (7.6 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic26,289 (2024)
Projected traffic22,262 by 2032
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$156,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Ohio River Bl over Crows Run built?

It was built in 1900, making it 125 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1940.

What condition is Ohio River Bl over Crows 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does Ohio River Bl over Crows Run carry?

About 26,289 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Ohio River Bl over Crows Run?

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

Who owns Ohio River Bl over Crows Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.