US Bridges

SR 26-PA 26 over Seda-Cog/Nit& Bald Eagle

Poor

Centre County, Pennsylvania · Howard · Structure no. 000000000009232

Built
1967
58 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
198 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,573
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 26-PA 26 over Seda-Cog/Nit& Bald Eagle is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 26-PA 26 over Seda-Cog/Nit& Bald Eagle in Centre County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 years old, older than the Pennsylvania average of 54.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

It carries about 2,573 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,409 by 2044. The structure is 198 ft (60.4 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.8 mi (48 km).

CarriesSR 26-PA 26
CrossesSeda-Cog/Nit& Bald Eagle
LocationHoward
RouteState Highway 26
Coordinates41.01217, -77.6531
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating65 US tons
Inventory rating39 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length198 ft (60.4 m)
Longest span76 ft (23.2 m)
Deck width47 ft (14.3 m)
Roadway width34 ft (10.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,573 (2024)
Projected traffic3,409 by 2044
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed29.8 mi (48 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$959,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 26-PA 26 over Seda-Cog/Nit& Bald Eagle built?

It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 26-PA 26 over Seda-Cog/Nit& Bald Eagle in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.

How much traffic does SR 26-PA 26 over Seda-Cog/Nit& Bald Eagle carry?

About 2,573 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is SR 26-PA 26 over Seda-Cog/Nit& Bald Eagle?

The structure is 198 ft (60.4 m) long with a longest span of 76 ft (23.2 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.

Who owns SR 26-PA 26 over Seda-Cog/Nit& Bald Eagle?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.