US Bridges

SR 1020 over Sherman Valley Run

Fair

Bedford County, Pennsylvania · 2.8 Mile East of SR 1009 · Structure no. 000000000004200

Built
1950
75 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
58 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
82
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 1020 over Sherman Valley Run is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 1020 over Sherman Valley Run in Bedford County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 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 82 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 399 by 2032. The structure is 58 ft (17.7 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 1020
CrossesSherman Valley Run
Location2.8 Mile East of SR 1009
RouteState Highway 0
CountyBedford County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.07775, -78.28625
Functional classRural Minor 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 inspectionSeptember 2024
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 adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating64 US tons
Inventory rating38 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckClosed grating
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length58 ft (17.7 m)
Longest span54 ft (16.5 m)
Deck width24 ft (7.3 m)
Roadway width22 ft (6.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic82 (2023)
Projected traffic399 by 2032
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed19.9 mi (32 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$845,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 1020 over Sherman Valley Run built?

It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 1020 over Sherman Valley 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does SR 1020 over Sherman Valley Run carry?

About 82 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is SR 1020 over Sherman Valley Run?

The structure is 58 ft (17.7 m) long with a longest span of 54 ft (16.5 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.

Who owns SR 1020 over Sherman Valley Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.