US Bridges

SR 79 NB over Over Van Horn Run

Fair

Crawford County, Pennsylvania · Vernon Township · Structure no. 000000000012993

Built
1969
56 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2021
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
37 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
7,853
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 79 NB over Over Van Horn Run is a concrete culvert carrying SR 79 NB over Over Van Horn Run in Crawford County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 7,853 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,924 by 2032. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 79 NB
CrossesOver Van Horn Run
LocationVernon Township
RouteInterstate 79
CountyCrawford County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates41.61804, -80.17336
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionFebruary 2021
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating54 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length37 ft (11.3 m)
Longest span37 ft (11.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,853 (2024)
Projected traffic9,924 by 2032
Trucks20%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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$702,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 79 NB over Over Van Horn Run built?

It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 79 NB over Over Van Horn 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 February 2021.

How much traffic does SR 79 NB over Over Van Horn Run carry?

About 7,853 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.

How long is SR 79 NB over Over Van Horn Run?

The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 37 ft (11.3 m).

Who owns SR 79 NB over Over Van Horn Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.