US Bridges

Bennett Run RD over Bennett Run

Poor

Beaver County, Pennsylvania · @ Intersection W/Sr 1001 · Structure no. 000000000003631

Built
1954
71 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
30 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
5,990
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Bennett Run RD over Bennett Run is a concrete culvert carrying Bennett Run RD over Bennett Run in Beaver County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 years old, older than the Pennsylvania average of 54.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

It carries about 5,990 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,181 by 2032. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesBennett Run RD
CrossesBennett Run
Location@ Intersection W/Sr 1001
RouteState Highway 588
CountyBeaver County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.78, -80.31234
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: 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 rating45 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length30 ft (9.1 m)
Longest span23 ft (7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,990 (2024)
Projected traffic6,181 by 2032
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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$231,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Bennett Run RD over Bennett Run built?

It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.

What condition is Bennett Run RD over Bennett Run in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in July 2024.

How much traffic does Bennett Run RD over Bennett Run carry?

About 5,990 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is Bennett Run RD over Bennett Run?

The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 23 ft (7 m).

Who owns Bennett Run RD over Bennett Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.