US Bridges

Pa 403 over Laurel Run

Fair

Cambria County, Pennsylvania · 76 Feet North of SR 3041 · Structure no. 000000000008525

Built
1948
77 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
3,779
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Pa 403 over Laurel Run is a concrete culvert carrying Pa 403 over Laurel Run in Cambria County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1948, so it is 77 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 3,779 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,550 by 2032. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.3 mi (23 km).

Location

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CarriesPa 403
CrossesLaurel Run
Location76 Feet North of SR 3041
RouteState Highway 403
CountyCambria County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.36467, -78.94111
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionNovember 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 adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating98 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadH 20
Structure length26 ft (7.9 m)
Longest span26 ft (7.9 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,779 (2024)
Projected traffic5,550 by 2032
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.3 mi (23 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 Pa 403 over Laurel Run built?

It was built in 1948, making it 77 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pa 403 over Laurel 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does Pa 403 over Laurel Run carry?

About 3,779 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is Pa 403 over Laurel Run?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 26 ft (7.9 m).

Who owns Pa 403 over Laurel Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.