US Bridges

SR 153-PA 153 over Morgan Run

Fair

Clearfield County, Pennsylvania · 2 MI SE Dimeling · Structure no. 000000000011349

Built
1969
56 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
34 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,493
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 153-PA 153 over Morgan Run is a concrete culvert carrying SR 153-PA 153 over Morgan Run in Clearfield County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 2,493 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,388 by 2042. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 153-PA 153
CrossesMorgan Run
Location2 MI SE Dimeling
RouteState Highway 153
CountyClearfield County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.95407, -78.37396
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length34 ft (10.4 m)
Longest span34 ft (10.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,493 (2024)
Projected traffic3,388 by 2042
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.9 mi (24 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 153-PA 153 over Morgan Run built?

It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 153-PA 153 over Morgan 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 Morgan Run carry?

About 2,493 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

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

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

Who owns SR 153-PA 153 over Morgan Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.