US Bridges

SR 729-PA 729 over Kratzer Run

Good

Clearfield County, Pennsylvania · Grampian Boro · Structure no. 000000000011531

Built
1996
29 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
34 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
559
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 729-PA 729 over Kratzer Run is a concrete culvert carrying SR 729-PA 729 over Kratzer Run in Clearfield County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 years old, younger than the Pennsylvania average of 54.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 559 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 697 by 2044. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 36 mi (58 km).

CarriesSR 729-PA 729
CrossesKratzer Run
LocationGrampian Boro
RouteState Highway 729
Coordinates40.96379, -78.60883
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating77.1 US tons
Inventory rating46 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length34 ft (10.4 m)
Longest span16 ft (4.9 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic559 (2024)
Projected traffic697 by 2044
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

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

It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 729-PA 729 over Kratzer Run in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in July 2024.

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

About 559 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

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

The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m).

Who owns SR 729-PA 729 over Kratzer Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.