US Bridges

SR 0201 over Oppossum Run

Fair

Fayette County, Pennsylvania · City of Connellsville · Structure no. 000000000016654

Built
1947
78 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Masonry
Length
24 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
7,326
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 0201 over Oppossum Run is a masonry culvert carrying SR 0201 over Oppossum Run in Fayette County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1947, so it is 78 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 7,326 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,409 by 2032. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 0201
CrossesOppossum Run
LocationCity of Connellsville
RouteState Highway 201
CountyFayette County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.01948, -79.60441
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
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
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialMasonry
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span21 ft (6.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,326 (2024)
Projected traffic5,409 by 2032
Trucks17%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusEligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 0201 over Oppossum Run built?

It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 0201 over Oppossum Run 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does SR 0201 over Oppossum Run carry?

About 7,326 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.

How long is SR 0201 over Oppossum Run?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.4 m).

Who owns SR 0201 over Oppossum Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.