US Bridges

SR 3002 over South Poplar Run

Good

Blair County, Pennsylvania · 2 Mi.W.Of Claysburg · Structure no. 000000000005758

Built
1984
41 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
57 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,315
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 3002 over South Poplar Run is a concrete culvert carrying SR 3002 over South Poplar Run in Blair County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 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 1,315 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,962 by 2032. The structure is 57 ft (17.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

CarriesSR 3002
CrossesSouth Poplar Run
Location2 Mi.W.Of Claysburg
RouteState Highway 0
Coordinates40.30986, -78.49212
Functional classRural Minor 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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating70 US tons
Inventory rating41 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length57 ft (17.4 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,315 (2024)
Projected traffic1,962 by 2032
Trucks7%
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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 3002 over South Poplar Run built?

It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 3002 over South Poplar 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does SR 3002 over South Poplar Run carry?

About 1,315 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is SR 3002 over South Poplar Run?

The structure is 57 ft (17.4 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m).

Who owns SR 3002 over South Poplar Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.