US Bridges

SR 322-US 322 over Laurel Run

Fair

Clearfield County, Pennsylvania · West Decatur · Structure no. 000000000011491

Built
1948
77 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
28 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
10,877
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 322-US 322 over Laurel Run is a concrete culvert carrying SR 322-US 322 over Laurel Run in Clearfield County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1948, so it is 77 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 10,877 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,482 by 2044. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 322-US 322
CrossesLaurel Run
LocationWest Decatur
RouteU.S. Route 322
CountyClearfield County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.93783, -78.28336
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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 above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating83 US tons
Inventory rating49.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length28 ft (8.5 m)
Longest span28 ft (8.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,877 (2024)
Projected traffic12,482 by 2044
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.9 mi (24 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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$402,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 322-US 322 over Laurel Run built?

It was built in 1948, making it 77 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 322-US 322 over Laurel 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 322-US 322 over Laurel Run carry?

About 10,877 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is SR 322-US 322 over Laurel Run?

The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.5 m).

Who owns SR 322-US 322 over Laurel Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.