US Bridges

Meadow Run Road over Meadow Run

PoorClosed to traffic

Fayette County, Pennsylvania · 1/4 MI N of T-415 · Structure no. 000000000017149

Built
1904
121 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected September 2024
Type
Truss - Thru
Steel
Length
56 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
55
2024 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Meadow Run Road over Meadow Run is a steel truss - thru carrying Meadow Run Road over Meadow Run in Fayette County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1904, so it is 121 years old, older than the Pennsylvania average of 54.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 1 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: closed to all traffic.

It carries about 55 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 140 by 2044. The structure is 56 ft (17.1 m) long and 15 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesMeadow Run Road
CrossesMeadow Run
Location1/4 MI N of T-415
RouteCity Street 0T798
Coordinates39.84033, -79.50822
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure1 Imminent FailureMajor deterioration or section loss present in critical structural components. Bridge is closed to traffic but corrective action may put it back in light service.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusClosed to all traffic
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation0: Immediate repair necessary to put back in service
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating6 US tons
Inventory rating3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTruss - Thru
MaterialSteel
DeckWood or timber
Main spans1
Design loadH 10
Structure length56 ft (17.1 m)
Longest span53 ft (16.2 m)
Deck width15 ft (4.6 m)
Roadway width14 ft (4.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic55 (2024)
Projected traffic140 by 2044
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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$83,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Meadow Run Road over Meadow Run built?

It was built in 1904, making it 121 years old in 2025.

What condition is Meadow Run Road over Meadow Run in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in September 2024.

How much traffic does Meadow Run Road over Meadow Run carry?

About 55 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Meadow Run Road over Meadow Run?

The structure is 56 ft (17.1 m) long with a longest span of 53 ft (16.2 m) and a deck 15 ft wide.

Who owns Meadow Run Road over Meadow Run?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.