US Bridges

SR 219-US 219 over Rocky Run

Fair

Elk County, Pennsylvania · 2 MI N Wilcox · Structure no. 000000000015572

Built
1948
77 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete
Length
54 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,867
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 219-US 219 over Rocky Run is a concrete tee beam carrying SR 219-US 219 over Rocky Run in Elk County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1948, so it is 77 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 2,867 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,308 by 2044. The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 28 mi (45 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 219-US 219
CrossesRocky Run
Location2 MI N Wilcox
RouteU.S. Route 219
CountyElk County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates41.60436, -78.67666
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 inspectionApril 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 geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating88 US tons
Inventory rating56 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length54 ft (16.5 m)
Longest span26 ft (7.9 m)
Deck width39 ft (12 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,867 (2024)
Projected traffic4,308 by 2044
Trucks21%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed28 mi (45 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$541,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

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

It was built in 1948, making it 77 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 219-US 219 over Rocky 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 April 2024.

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

About 2,867 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.

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

The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long with a longest span of 26 ft (7.9 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.

Who owns SR 219-US 219 over Rocky Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.