US Bridges

SR 3006 Crossingvl over Over Temple Creek Branch

Fair

Erie County, Pennsylvania · Elk Creek Township · Structure no. 000000000016299

Built
1973
52 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,943
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 3006 Crossingvl over Over Temple Creek Branch is a steel culvert carrying SR 3006 Crossingvl over Over Temple Creek Branch in Erie County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 years old, younger 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 2,943 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,089 by 2032. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 3006 Crossingvl
CrossesOver Temple Creek Branch
LocationElk Creek Township
RouteU.S. Route 60
CountyErie County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates41.87625, -80.30391
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating54 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,943 (2023)
Projected traffic3,089 by 2032
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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$72,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 3006 Crossingvl over Over Temple Creek Branch built?

It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 3006 Crossingvl over Over Temple Creek Branch 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does SR 3006 Crossingvl over Over Temple Creek Branch carry?

About 2,943 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is SR 3006 Crossingvl over Over Temple Creek Branch?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns SR 3006 Crossingvl over Over Temple Creek Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.