US Bridges

US 15; SR 0015 over Cedar Run

Fair

Cumberland County, Pennsylvania · N of Slate Hill RD Exit · Structure no. 000000000013607

Built
1956
69 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
28 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
61,443
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 15; SR 0015 over Cedar Run is a concrete culvert carrying US 15; SR 0015 over Cedar Run in Cumberland County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1956, so it is 69 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 61,443 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 72,515 by 2032. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 15; SR 0015
CrossesCedar Run
LocationN of Slate Hill RD Exit
RouteU.S. Route 15
CountyCumberland County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.2176, -76.94282
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

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 inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 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
Structure length28 ft (8.5 m)
Longest span28 ft (8.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic61,443 (2024)
Projected traffic72,515 by 2032
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

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 US 15; SR 0015 over Cedar Run built?

It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 15; SR 0015 over Cedar 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does US 15; SR 0015 over Cedar Run carry?

About 61,443 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is US 15; SR 0015 over Cedar Run?

The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.5 m).

Who owns US 15; SR 0015 over Cedar Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.