US Bridges

SR 948-PA 948 over Mill Creek

Fair

Elk County, Pennsylvania · 4 MI NW Montmorenci · Structure no. 000000000015628

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
31 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,276
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 948-PA 948 over Mill Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 948-PA 948 over Mill Creek in Elk County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 6 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 1,276 vehicles a day, roughly 26% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,681 by 2044. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 34.8 mi (56 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 948-PA 948
CrossesMill Creek
Location4 MI NW Montmorenci
RouteState Highway 948
CountyElk County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates41.5417, -78.78764
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length31 ft (9.4 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.6 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,276 (2024)
Projected traffic1,681 by 2044
Trucks26%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed34.8 mi (56 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$399,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 948-PA 948 over Mill Creek built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 948-PA 948 over Mill Creek 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 948-PA 948 over Mill Creek carry?

About 1,276 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 26% are trucks.

How long is SR 948-PA 948 over Mill Creek?

The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m).

Who owns SR 948-PA 948 over Mill Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.