US Bridges

Fairview RD over Upper Dry Run

Good

Beaver County, Pennsylvania · 100N.OF SR 4034 · Structure no. 000000000054041

Built
2018
7 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
25 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,424
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Fairview RD over Upper Dry Run is a concrete culvert carrying Fairview RD over Upper Dry Run in Beaver County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 2018, so it is 7 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 1,424 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,557 by 2037. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesFairview RD
CrossesUpper Dry Run
Location100N.OF SR 4034
RouteState Highway 168
Coordinates40.66068, -80.47686
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: 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 rating64.3 US tons
Inventory rating40.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length25 ft (7.6 m)
Longest span23 ft (7 m)
Deck width35 ft (10.8 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,424 (2024)
Projected traffic3,557 by 2037
Trucks5%
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

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byPrivate (other than railroad)
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 Fairview RD over Upper Dry Run built?

It was built in 2018, making it 7 years old in 2025.

What condition is Fairview RD over Upper Dry 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does Fairview RD over Upper Dry Run carry?

About 1,424 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Fairview RD over Upper Dry Run?

The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 23 ft (7 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.

Who owns Fairview RD over Upper Dry Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency and maintained by the Private (other than railroad).