US Bridges

SR 255-PA 255 over Kersey Run

Good

Elk County, Pennsylvania · Byrnedale · Structure no. 000000000067773

Built
2020
5 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
72 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
4,787
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 255-PA 255 over Kersey Run is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 255-PA 255 over Kersey Run in Elk County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 2020, so it is 5 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 4,787 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,509 by 2044. The structure is 72 ft (21.9 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 255-PA 255
CrossesKersey Run
LocationByrnedale
RouteState Highway 255
CountyElk County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates41.29147, -78.50446
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
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating55.7 US tons
Inventory rating42.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length72 ft (21.9 m)
Longest span69 ft (21 m)
Deck width41 ft (12.6 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,787 (2023)
Projected traffic6,509 by 2044
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 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 proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 255-PA 255 over Kersey Run built?

It was built in 2020, making it 5 years old in 2025.

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

About 4,787 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

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

The structure is 72 ft (21.9 m) long with a longest span of 69 ft (21 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.

Who owns SR 255-PA 255 over Kersey Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.