US Bridges

SR 872-PA 872 over Lick Island Run

Fair

Cameron County, Pennsylvania · 4 MI N Sinnemahoning · Structure no. 000000000008897

Built
1963
62 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
21 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
375
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 872-PA 872 over Lick Island Run is a steel culvert carrying SR 872-PA 872 over Lick Island Run in Cameron County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 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 375 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 452 by 2044. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 67.7 mi (109 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 872-PA 872
CrossesLick Island Run
Location4 MI N Sinnemahoning
RouteState Highway 872
CountyCameron County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates41.36931, -78.04952
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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span21 ft (6.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic375 (2024)
Projected traffic452 by 2044
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed67.7 mi (109 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 872-PA 872 over Lick Island Run built?

It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 872-PA 872 over Lick Island 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does SR 872-PA 872 over Lick Island Run carry?

About 375 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is SR 872-PA 872 over Lick Island Run?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.4 m).

Who owns SR 872-PA 872 over Lick Island Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.