US Bridges

Midland Beaver RD over Four Mile Run Creek

Good

Beaver County, Pennsylvania · 1 Mile N.E. of SR 4037 · Structure no. 000000000003564

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2022
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
10,628
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Midland Beaver RD over Four Mile Run Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Midland Beaver RD over Four Mile Run Creek in Beaver County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 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 10,628 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,463 by 2032. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long and 77 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).

CarriesMidland Beaver RD
CrossesFour Mile Run Creek
Location1 Mile N.E. of SR 4037
RouteState Highway 68
Coordinates40.66428, -80.35763
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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 inspectionAugust 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating82 US tons
Inventory rating49.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span21 ft (6.4 m)
Deck width77 ft (23.5 m)
Roadway width64 ft (19.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,628 (2024)
Projected traffic11,463 by 2032
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.9 mi (24 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 Midland Beaver RD over Four Mile Run Creek built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is Midland Beaver RD over Four Mile Run Creek 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 August 2022.

How much traffic does Midland Beaver RD over Four Mile Run Creek carry?

About 10,628 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is Midland Beaver RD over Four Mile Run Creek?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.4 m) and a deck 77 ft wide.

Who owns Midland Beaver RD over Four Mile Run Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.