Pa 96 over Smally Spring
GoodBedford County, Pennsylvania · 0.3 Mi.N.Of Buffalo Mills · Structure no. 000000000004047
- Built
- 1992
- 33 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 24 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 2,013
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Pa 96 over Smally Spring is a concrete culvert carrying Pa 96 over Smally Spring in Bedford County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 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 2,013 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,041 by 2032. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.8 mi (48 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Pa 96 over Smally Spring built?
It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.
What condition is Pa 96 over Smally Spring 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 December 2023.
How much traffic does Pa 96 over Smally Spring carry?
About 2,013 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is Pa 96 over Smally Spring?
The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns Pa 96 over Smally Spring?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.