US Bridges

On Tsr 327 over Branch Beaver Run

Poor

Clearfield County, Pennsylvania · 2 MI E Sylvis · Structure no. 000000000011831

Built
1949
76 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected July 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete
Length
34 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
166
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

On Tsr 327 over Branch Beaver Run is a concrete tee beam carrying On Tsr 327 over Branch Beaver Run in Clearfield County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1949, so it is 76 years old, older than the Pennsylvania average of 54.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

It carries about 166 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 218 by 2044. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

CarriesOn Tsr 327
CrossesBranch Beaver Run
Location2 MI E Sylvis
RouteState Highway 0
Coordinates40.72686, -78.75736
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
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 evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating51 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length34 ft (10.4 m)
Longest span32 ft (9.8 m)
Deck width27 ft (8.3 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic166 (2024)
Projected traffic218 by 2044
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 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$450,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was On Tsr 327 over Branch Beaver Run built?

It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025.

What condition is On Tsr 327 over Branch Beaver Run in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in July 2024.

How much traffic does On Tsr 327 over Branch Beaver Run carry?

About 166 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is On Tsr 327 over Branch Beaver Run?

The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 32 ft (9.8 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.

Who owns On Tsr 327 over Branch Beaver Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.