US Bridges

SR 1021 over Beaver Dam Run

Good

Cambria County, Pennsylvania · 2.5 M.N. of St. Augustine · Structure no. 000000000008567

Built
1961
64 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
29 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,887
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 1021 over Beaver Dam Run is a concrete culvert carrying SR 1021 over Beaver Dam Run in Cambria County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 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 1,887 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 819 by 2032. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 18 mi (29 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 1021
CrossesBeaver Dam Run
Location2.5 M.N. of St. Augustine
RouteState Highway 0
CountyCambria County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.64705, -78.58697
Functional classRural Major 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 inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating49.1 US tons
Inventory rating29 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length29 ft (8.8 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,887 (2024)
Projected traffic819 by 2032
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed18 mi (29 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 SR 1021 over Beaver Dam Run built?

It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 1021 over Beaver Dam 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does SR 1021 over Beaver Dam Run carry?

About 1,887 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is SR 1021 over Beaver Dam Run?

The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).

Who owns SR 1021 over Beaver Dam Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.