US Bridges

SR 1037 over Connell Run

Fair

Fayette County, Pennsylvania · City of Connellsville · Structure no. 000000000016773

Built
1908
117 years old, rebuilt 1977
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Masonry
Length
21 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,994
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 1037 over Connell Run is a masonry culvert carrying SR 1037 over Connell Run in Fayette County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1908 and reconstructed in 1977, so it is 117 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 2,994 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,640 by 2032. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 1037
CrossesConnell Run
LocationCity of Connellsville
RouteState Highway 0
CountyFayette County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.01506, -79.58891
Functional classUrban Collector

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 inspectionMarch 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 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 loadH 20
Structure length21 ft (6.4 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 traffic2,994 (2024)
Projected traffic6,640 by 2032
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$137,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 1037 over Connell Run built?

It was built in 1908, making it 117 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1977.

What condition is SR 1037 over Connell 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 1037 over Connell Run carry?

About 2,994 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is SR 1037 over Connell Run?

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

Who owns SR 1037 over Connell Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.