US Bridges

SR 219-US 219 over Karnes Run

Fair

Elk County, Pennsylvania · Brandy Camp · Structure no. 000000000015543

Built
1965
60 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
23 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
4,668
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 219-US 219 over Karnes Run is a concrete culvert carrying SR 219-US 219 over Karnes 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 4,668 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,040 by 2044. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long and 58 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.3 mi (23 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 219-US 219
CrossesKarnes Run
LocationBrandy Camp
RouteU.S. Route 219
CountyElk County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates41.32296, -78.68953
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
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 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 above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating83 US tons
Inventory rating50 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length23 ft (7 m)
Longest span23 ft (7 m)
Deck width58 ft (17.7 m)
Roadway width41 ft (12.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,668 (2023)
Projected traffic6,040 by 2044
Trucks21%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.3 mi (23 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

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

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

What condition is SR 219-US 219 over Karnes 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 Karnes Run carry?

About 4,668 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.

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

The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 23 ft (7 m) and a deck 58 ft wide.

Who owns SR 219-US 219 over Karnes Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.