Morehall Road over Valley Creek
FairChester County, Pennsylvania · Near Valley Store 23B6 · Structure no. 000000000009952
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old, rebuilt 1990
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2022
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 24 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 22,881
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Morehall Road over Valley Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Morehall Road over Valley Creek in Chester County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1964 and reconstructed in 1990, 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 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 22,881 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 27,240 by 2032. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Morehall Road over Valley Creek built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1990.
What condition is Morehall Road over Valley Creek 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 October 2022.
How much traffic does Morehall Road over Valley Creek carry?
About 22,881 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Morehall Road over Valley Creek?
The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m).
Who owns Morehall Road over Valley Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.