US Bridges

SR 949-PA 949 over Maxwell Run

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Elk County, Pennsylvania · 6 MI SW Portland Mills · Structure no. 000000000068551

Built
2021
4 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
24 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
423
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 949-PA 949 over Maxwell Run is a concrete culvert carrying SR 949-PA 949 over Maxwell Run in Elk County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 2021, so it is 4 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 423 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 577 by 2044. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 49.7 mi (80 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 949-PA 949
CrossesMaxwell Run
Location6 MI SW Portland Mills
RouteState Highway 949
CountyElk County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates41.34015, -78.90342
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionApril 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 adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating52.1 US tons
Inventory rating40 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span24 ft (7.3 m)
Deck width47 ft (14.3 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic423 (2024)
Projected traffic577 by 2044
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed49.7 mi (80 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 949-PA 949 over Maxwell Run built?

It was built in 2021, making it 4 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 949-PA 949 over Maxwell 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does SR 949-PA 949 over Maxwell Run carry?

About 423 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is SR 949-PA 949 over Maxwell Run?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.

Who owns SR 949-PA 949 over Maxwell Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.