FR 135 over Bear Creek
GoodElk County, Pennsylvania · 2.1 Miles E of Owls Nest · Structure no. 091904000001011
- Built
- 1932
- 93 years old, rebuilt 1992
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 50 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 5
- Owner
- Federal
- U.S. Forest Service
About this bridge
FR 135 over Bear Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FR 135 over Bear Creek in Elk County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1932 and reconstructed in 1992, so it is 93 years old, older 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 5 vehicles a day, projected to reach 7 by 2045. The structure is 50 ft (15.3 m) long and 16 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 10.6 mi (17 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FR 135 over Bear Creek built?
It was built in 1932, making it 93 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1992.
What condition is FR 135 over Bear Creek 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does FR 135 over Bear Creek carry?
About 5 vehicles per day (latest count).
How long is FR 135 over Bear Creek?
The structure is 50 ft (15.3 m) long with a longest span of 47 ft (14.4 m) and a deck 16 ft wide.
Who owns FR 135 over Bear Creek?
It is owned by the U.S. Forest Service.