US Bridges

SR 2031 over SR 0040

Fair

Fayette County, Pennsylvania · South Union Township · Structure no. 000000000016883

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
409 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
3,372
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 2031 over SR 0040 is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 2031 over SR 0040 in Fayette County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 6 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 3,372 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,062 by 2032. The structure is 409 ft (124.7 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 2031
CrossesSR 0040
LocationSouth Union Township
RouteState Highway 0
CountyFayette County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates39.89596, -79.75303
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating53 US tons
Inventory rating32 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length409 ft (124.7 m)
Longest span130 ft (39.6 m)
Deck width41 ft (12.5 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,372 (2024)
Projected traffic6,062 by 2032
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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$853,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 2031 over SR 0040 built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 2031 over SR 0040 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 2024.

How much traffic does SR 2031 over SR 0040 carry?

About 3,372 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is SR 2031 over SR 0040?

The structure is 409 ft (124.7 m) long with a longest span of 130 ft (39.6 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.

Who owns SR 2031 over SR 0040?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.