US Bridges

SR 0281 over Youghiogheny River

Fair

Fayette County, Pennsylvania · Confluence Bridge · Structure no. 000000000040090

Built
1998
27 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
372 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,580
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 0281 over Youghiogheny River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 0281 over Youghiogheny River in Fayette County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 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 1,580 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,194 by 2042. The structure is 372 ft (113.4 m) long and 49 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 0281
CrossesYoughiogheny River
LocationConfluence Bridge
RouteState Highway 281
CountyFayette County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates39.80833, -79.36667
Functional classRural Major 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.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating67 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length372 ft (113.4 m)
Longest span124 ft (37.8 m)
Deck width49 ft (14.8 m)
Roadway width34 ft (10.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,580 (2024)
Projected traffic1,194 by 2042
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 0281 over Youghiogheny River built?

It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 0281 over Youghiogheny River 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does SR 0281 over Youghiogheny River carry?

About 1,580 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is SR 0281 over Youghiogheny River?

The structure is 372 ft (113.4 m) long with a longest span of 124 ft (37.8 m) and a deck 49 ft wide.

Who owns SR 0281 over Youghiogheny River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.