US Bridges

SR 4027/BUS US 220 over Schell Run

Good

Blair County, Pennsylvania · 0.8 Mile South of TR 453 · Structure no. 000000000005874

Built
1974
51 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
20 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
6,262
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 4027/BUS US 220 over Schell Run is a concrete culvert carrying SR 4027/BUS US 220 over Schell Run in Blair County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 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 6,262 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,825 by 2032. The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesSR 4027/BUS US 220
CrossesSchell Run
Location0.8 Mile South of TR 453
RouteU.S. Route 220B
Coordinates40.66541, -78.24722
Functional classUrban 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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating58 US tons
Inventory rating35.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length20 ft (6.1 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 traffic6,262 (2024)
Projected traffic9,825 by 2032
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 4027/BUS US 220 over Schell Run built?

It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 4027/BUS US 220 over Schell 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does SR 4027/BUS US 220 over Schell Run carry?

About 6,262 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is SR 4027/BUS US 220 over Schell Run?

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

Who owns SR 4027/BUS US 220 over Schell Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.