US Bridges

SR 153-PA 153 over Whiteside Run

Fair

Clearfield County, Pennsylvania · 2 MI S Houtzdale · Structure no. 000000000011341

Built
1931
94 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete
Length
34 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,680
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 153-PA 153 over Whiteside Run is a concrete tee beam carrying SR 153-PA 153 over Whiteside Run in Clearfield County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1931, so it is 94 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 2,680 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,006 by 2044. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.8 mi (27 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 153-PA 153
CrossesWhiteside Run
Location2 MI S Houtzdale
RouteState Highway 153
CountyClearfield County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.80079, -78.35309
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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, 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.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionAugust 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
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59 US tons
Inventory rating35.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadH 15
Structure length34 ft (10.4 m)
Longest span32 ft (9.8 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.4 m)
Roadway width36 ft (10.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,680 (2024)
Projected traffic3,006 by 2044
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed16.8 mi (27 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$480,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 153-PA 153 over Whiteside Run built?

It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 153-PA 153 over Whiteside 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does SR 153-PA 153 over Whiteside Run carry?

About 2,680 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is SR 153-PA 153 over Whiteside Run?

The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 32 ft (9.8 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns SR 153-PA 153 over Whiteside Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.