US Bridges

SR 219-US 219 over Johnson Run

Fair

Elk County, Pennsylvania · Challenge · Structure no. 000000000015538

Built
1965
60 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
23 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
6,582
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 219-US 219 over Johnson Run is a concrete slab carrying SR 219-US 219 over Johnson Run in Elk County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 5 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 6,582 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,153 by 2044. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 219-US 219
CrossesJohnson Run
LocationChallenge
RouteU.S. Route 219
CountyElk County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates41.28529, -78.69202
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, 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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
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 adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating64 US tons
Inventory rating38 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length23 ft (7 m)
Longest span21 ft (6.4 m)
Deck width46 ft (13.9 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,582 (2023)
Projected traffic9,153 by 2044
Trucks18%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.9 mi (24 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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$313,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 219-US 219 over Johnson Run built?

It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 219-US 219 over Johnson 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does SR 219-US 219 over Johnson Run carry?

About 6,582 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.

How long is SR 219-US 219 over Johnson Run?

The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.4 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns SR 219-US 219 over Johnson Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.