US Bridges

SR 453-PA 453 over Pine Run

Fair

Clearfield County, Pennsylvania · Belsena Mills · Structure no. 000000000011510

Built
1964
61 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
20 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
315
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 453-PA 453 over Pine Run is a concrete culvert carrying SR 453-PA 453 over Pine Run in Clearfield County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1964, 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 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 315 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 518 by 2044. The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.3 mi (23 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 453-PA 453
CrossesPine Run
LocationBelsena Mills
RouteState Highway 453
CountyClearfield County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.85114, -78.44685
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
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 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 above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating77.1 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length20 ft (6.1 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic315 (2024)
Projected traffic518 by 2044
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.3 mi (23 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 453-PA 453 over Pine Run built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 453-PA 453 over Pine 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 453-PA 453 over Pine Run carry?

About 315 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is SR 453-PA 453 over Pine Run?

The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m).

Who owns SR 453-PA 453 over Pine Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.