US Bridges

T-379 College Ave over Middle Run

Fair

Fayette County, Pennsylvania · At SR 166 Intersection · Structure no. 000000000017091

Built
1930
95 years old, rebuilt 2018
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
24 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
50
2012 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

T-379 College Ave over Middle Run is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying T-379 College Ave over Middle Run in Fayette County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1930 and reconstructed in 2018, so it is 95 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 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 50 vehicles a day, projected to reach 60 by 2032. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesT-379 College Ave
CrossesMiddle Run
LocationAt SR 166 Intersection
RouteCity Street 0T379
CountyFayette County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates39.90003, -79.89371
Functional classRural Local

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.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating58 US tons
Inventory rating35.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadH 15
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span23 ft (7 m)
Deck width38 ft (11.7 m)
Roadway width35 ft (10.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic50 (2012)
Projected traffic60 by 2032
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerTown or Township Highway Agency
Maintained byTown or Township 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$38,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was T-379 College Ave over Middle Run built?

It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2018.

What condition is T-379 College Ave over Middle 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 2024.

How much traffic does T-379 College Ave over Middle Run carry?

About 50 vehicles per day (2012 count).

How long is T-379 College Ave over Middle Run?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 23 ft (7 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.

Who owns T-379 College Ave over Middle Run?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.