US Bridges

Philipsburg Area H over Emigh Run

Good

Clearfield County, Pennsylvania · Morrisdale · Structure no. 000000000053268

Built
2016
9 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
23 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
5,374
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Philipsburg Area H over Emigh Run is a concrete culvert carrying Philipsburg Area H over Emigh Run in Clearfield County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 2016, so it is 9 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 5,374 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,176 by 2037. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.3 mi (23 km).

CarriesPhilipsburg Area H
CrossesEmigh Run
LocationMorrisdale
RouteState Highway 53
Coordinates40.93167, -78.22397
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating61.8 US tons
Inventory rating38.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length23 ft (7 m)
Longest span21 ft (6.4 m)
Deck width47 ft (14.4 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,374 (2024)
Projected traffic6,176 by 2037
Trucks4%
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 byPrivate (other than railroad)
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 Philipsburg Area H over Emigh Run built?

It was built in 2016, making it 9 years old in 2025.

What condition is Philipsburg Area H over Emigh 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does Philipsburg Area H over Emigh Run carry?

About 5,374 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Philipsburg Area H over Emigh Run?

The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.4 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.

Who owns Philipsburg Area H over Emigh Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency and maintained by the Private (other than railroad).