US Bridges

SR 8018 over Solomon Run

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Cambria County, Pennsylvania · Dale Exit Pa 56 · Structure no. 000000000008817

Built
1964
61 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
34 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,948
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 8018 over Solomon Run is a concrete culvert carrying SR 8018 over Solomon Run in Cambria County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1964, 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 2,948 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,252 by 2032. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 8018
CrossesSolomon Run
LocationDale Exit Pa 56
RouteState Highway 0
CountyCambria County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.31114, -78.89582
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 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 rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating63.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length34 ft (10.4 m)
Longest span28 ft (8.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,948 (2024)
Projected traffic3,252 by 2032
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 8018 over Solomon Run built?

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

What condition is SR 8018 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does SR 8018 over Solomon Run carry?

About 2,948 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is SR 8018 over Solomon Run?

The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.5 m).

Who owns SR 8018 over Solomon Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.