US Bridges

SR0068 over Likens Run

Fair

Butler County, Pennsylvania · NW of Evans City · Structure no. 000000000007837

Built
1958
67 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
44 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
6,618
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR0068 over Likens Run is a concrete culvert carrying SR0068 over Likens Run in Butler County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 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 6,618 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,997 by 2032. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesSR0068
CrossesLikens Run
LocationNW of Evans City
RouteState Highway 68
CountyButler County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.77346, -80.07542
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
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 rating51 US tons
Inventory rating31 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length44 ft (13.4 m)
Longest span40 ft (12.2 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,618 (2024)
Projected traffic9,997 by 2032
Trucks17%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$448,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR0068 over Likens Run built?

It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR0068 over Likens 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does SR0068 over Likens Run carry?

About 6,618 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.

How long is SR0068 over Likens Run?

The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m).

Who owns SR0068 over Likens Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.