US Bridges

US 6 over Bailey Run

Fair

Bradford County, Pennsylvania · 3MI.E.OF Luther Mills · Structure no. 000000000006042

Built
1947
78 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
24 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
3,751
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 6 over Bailey Run is a concrete culvert carrying US 6 over Bailey Run in Bradford County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1947, so it is 78 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 3,751 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,563 by 2032. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 47.8 mi (77 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 6
CrossesBailey Run
Location3MI.E.OF Luther Mills
RouteU.S. Route 6
CountyBradford County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates41.78634, -76.52976
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating54 US tons
Inventory rating32 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length24 ft (7.3 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 traffic3,751 (2024)
Projected traffic6,563 by 2032
Trucks23%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed47.8 mi (77 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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$117,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 6 over Bailey Run built?

It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 6 over Bailey 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does US 6 over Bailey Run carry?

About 3,751 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.

How long is US 6 over Bailey Run?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m).

Who owns US 6 over Bailey Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.