US Bridges

SR 729-PA 729 over Gazzam Run

Fair

Clearfield County, Pennsylvania · 1 MI N Ansonville · Structure no. 000000000011527

Built
1934
91 years old, rebuilt 1984
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
Prestressed Concrete
Length
30 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
779
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 729-PA 729 over Gazzam Run is a prestressed concrete box beam or girders - multiple carrying SR 729-PA 729 over Gazzam Run in Clearfield County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1934 and reconstructed in 1984, so it is 91 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 779 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 831 by 2044. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 36 mi (58 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 729-PA 729
CrossesGazzam Run
Location1 MI N Ansonville
RouteState Highway 729
CountyClearfield County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.86651, -78.57336
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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating92 US tons
Inventory rating55 US tons

Structure

Structure typeBox Beam or Girders - Multiple
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length30 ft (9.1 m)
Longest span29 ft (8.8 m)
Deck width31 ft (9.6 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic779 (2024)
Projected traffic831 by 2044
Trucks18%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed36 mi (58 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$356,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 729-PA 729 over Gazzam Run built?

It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1984.

What condition is SR 729-PA 729 over Gazzam 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does SR 729-PA 729 over Gazzam Run carry?

About 779 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.

How long is SR 729-PA 729 over Gazzam Run?

The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 29 ft (8.8 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.

Who owns SR 729-PA 729 over Gazzam Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.