US Bridges

SR 255-PA 255 over Cherry Run

Good

Elk County, Pennsylvania · Force · Structure no. 000000000015574

Built
1995
30 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
20 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
4,712
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 255-PA 255 over Cherry Run is a concrete culvert carrying SR 255-PA 255 over Cherry Run in Elk County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 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 4,712 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,183 by 2044. The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 44.7 mi (72 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 255-PA 255
CrossesCherry Run
LocationForce
RouteState Highway 255
CountyElk County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates41.2537, -78.50456
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating67 US tons
Inventory rating40 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadH 15
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 traffic4,712 (2024)
Projected traffic6,183 by 2044
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed44.7 mi (72 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 255-PA 255 over Cherry Run built?

It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 255-PA 255 over Cherry 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 SR 255-PA 255 over Cherry Run carry?

About 4,712 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is SR 255-PA 255 over Cherry Run?

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

Who owns SR 255-PA 255 over Cherry Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.