US Bridges

SR 3022 over Stonycreek River

FairPosted for load

Cambria County, Pennsylvania · Inclined Plane Bridge · Structure no. 000000000008636

Built
1890
135 years old, rebuilt 2001
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Truss - Thru
Aluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
Length
237 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
34
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 3022 over Stonycreek River is a aluminum, wrought iron, or cast iron truss - thru carrying SR 3022 over Stonycreek River in Cambria County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1890 and reconstructed in 2001, so it is 135 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 34 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 55 by 2032. The structure is 237 ft (72.2 m) long and 25 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 3022
CrossesStonycreek River
LocationInclined Plane Bridge
RouteState Highway 0
CountyCambria County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.32597, -78.92552
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating23 US tons
Inventory rating17 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTruss - Thru
MaterialAluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
DeckWood or timber
Main spans1
Design loadH 15
Structure length237 ft (72.2 m)
Longest span230 ft (70.1 m)
Deck width25 ft (7.6 m)
Roadway width17 ft (5.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deck11 ft (3.4 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic34 (2024)
Projected traffic55 by 2032
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusListed on the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedDeck rehabilitation with only incidental widening
Estimated improvement cost$2.9 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 3022 over Stonycreek River built?

It was built in 1890, making it 135 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2001.

What condition is SR 3022 over Stonycreek River 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does SR 3022 over Stonycreek River carry?

About 34 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is SR 3022 over Stonycreek River?

The structure is 237 ft (72.2 m) long with a longest span of 230 ft (70.1 m) and a deck 25 ft wide.

Who owns SR 3022 over Stonycreek River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.