US Bridges

Pa 96 over Gladdens Run

Fair

Bedford County, Pennsylvania · 0.4 Mile North of SR 3001 · Structure no. 000000000004035

Built
1927
98 years old, rebuilt 1947
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2023
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete
Length
70 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,723
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Pa 96 over Gladdens Run is a concrete tee beam carrying Pa 96 over Gladdens Run in Bedford County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1927 and reconstructed in 1947, so it is 98 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 2,723 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,157 by 2032. The structure is 70 ft (21.3 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesPa 96
CrossesGladdens Run
Location0.4 Mile North of SR 3001
RouteState Highway 96
CountyBedford County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates39.75575, -78.74919
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionOctober 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
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating21.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 15
Structure length70 ft (21.3 m)
Longest span32 ft (9.8 m)
Deck width41 ft (12.6 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,723 (2024)
Projected traffic3,157 by 2032
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 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$974,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Pa 96 over Gladdens Run built?

It was built in 1927, making it 98 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1947.

What condition is Pa 96 over Gladdens 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does Pa 96 over Gladdens Run carry?

About 2,723 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is Pa 96 over Gladdens Run?

The structure is 70 ft (21.3 m) long with a longest span of 32 ft (9.8 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.

Who owns Pa 96 over Gladdens Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.