US Bridges

SR 1003 over Elk Creek

Fair

Elk County, Pennsylvania · 1 MI N ST Marys · Structure no. 000000000015652

Built
1958
67 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete
Length
44 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
5,101
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 1003 over Elk Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying SR 1003 over Elk Creek in Elk County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 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 5,101 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,135 by 2044. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 1003
CrossesElk Creek
Location1 MI N ST Marys
RouteState Highway 0
CountyElk County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates41.45108, -78.55589
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
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 rating89.9 US tons
Inventory rating63.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length44 ft (13.4 m)
Longest span40 ft (12.2 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.3 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,101 (2024)
Projected traffic7,135 by 2044
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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$467,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 1003 over Elk Creek built?

It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 1003 over Elk 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 1003 over Elk Creek carry?

About 5,101 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is SR 1003 over Elk Creek?

The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns SR 1003 over Elk Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.