US Bridges

Pa 56 over Solomon Run

Good

Cambria County, Pennsylvania · 1.3 Mile West of TR 219 · Structure no. 000000000008412

Built
1964
61 years old, rebuilt 1994
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
23 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
22,650
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Pa 56 over Solomon Run is a concrete culvert carrying Pa 56 over Solomon Run in Cambria County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1964 and reconstructed in 1994, so it is 61 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.

It carries about 22,650 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 27,573 by 2032. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

CarriesPa 56
CrossesSolomon Run
Location1.3 Mile West of TR 219
RouteState Highway 56
Coordinates40.30924, -78.85633
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 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 rating99 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length23 ft (7 m)
Longest span16 ft (4.9 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic22,650 (2024)
Projected traffic27,573 by 2032
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Pa 56 over Solomon Run built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1994.

What condition is Pa 56 over Solomon 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does Pa 56 over Solomon Run carry?

About 22,650 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is Pa 56 over Solomon Run?

The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m).

Who owns Pa 56 over Solomon Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.