US Bridges

I-81 Nb; SR 0081 over Sears Run

Good

Cumberland County, Pennsylvania · 0.8 Mi.W. of Lr 569 · Structure no. 000000000013709

Built
1973
52 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
20 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
33,729
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I-81 Nb; SR 0081 over Sears Run is a concrete culvert carrying I-81 Nb; SR 0081 over Sears Run in Cumberland County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 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 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 33,729 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 48,785 by 2032. The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesI-81 Nb; SR 0081
CrossesSears Run
Location0.8 Mi.W. of Lr 569
RouteInterstate 81
CountyCumberland County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.28085, -76.98278
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating77.1 US tons
Inventory rating51 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length20 ft (6.1 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic33,729 (2024)
Projected traffic48,785 by 2032
Trucks24%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was I-81 Nb; SR 0081 over Sears Run built?

It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.

What condition is I-81 Nb; SR 0081 over Sears 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does I-81 Nb; SR 0081 over Sears Run carry?

About 33,729 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.

How long is I-81 Nb; SR 0081 over Sears Run?

The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m).

Who owns I-81 Nb; SR 0081 over Sears Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.