T539 ST Paul Ch RD over Yellow Creek
GoodPosted for loadBedford County, Pennsylvania · 1 Mi.Se.Of Yellow Creek · Structure no. 000000000004496
- Built
- 1884
- 141 years old, rebuilt 1994
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 99 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 45
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
T539 ST Paul Ch RD over Yellow Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying T539 ST Paul Ch RD over Yellow Creek in Bedford County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1884 and reconstructed in 1994, so it is 141 years old, older 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 45 vehicles a day, projected to reach 48 by 2044. The structure is 99 ft (30.2 m) long and 13 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was T539 ST Paul Ch RD over Yellow Creek built?
It was built in 1884, making it 141 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1994.
What condition is T539 ST Paul Ch RD over Yellow Creek 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 February 2023.
How much traffic does T539 ST Paul Ch RD over Yellow Creek carry?
About 45 vehicles per day (2024 count).
How long is T539 ST Paul Ch RD over Yellow Creek?
The structure is 99 ft (30.2 m) long with a longest span of 93 ft (28.3 m) and a deck 13 ft wide.
Who owns T539 ST Paul Ch RD over Yellow Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.