US Bridges

SR 879-PA 879 over Wolf Run

Fair

Clearfield County, Pennsylvania · Clearfield · Structure no. 000000000011568

Built
1974
51 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
14,732
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 879-PA 879 over Wolf Run is a concrete culvert carrying SR 879-PA 879 over Wolf Run in Clearfield County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 years old, younger 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 14,732 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,440 by 2043. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 879-PA 879
CrossesWolf Run
LocationClearfield
RouteState Highway 879
CountyClearfield County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates41.03089, -78.40771
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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
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 length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span21 ft (6.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,732 (2024)
Projected traffic16,440 by 2043
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.8 mi (19 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$252,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 879-PA 879 over Wolf Run built?

It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 879-PA 879 over Wolf 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does SR 879-PA 879 over Wolf Run carry?

About 14,732 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is SR 879-PA 879 over Wolf Run?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.4 m).

Who owns SR 879-PA 879 over Wolf Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.