US Bridges

Bull Run RD(T-999) over Cox Run

Good

Fayette County, Pennsylvania · SE of Exit 26 · Structure no. 000000000047097

Built
2011
14 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
263 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
200
2013 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

Bull Run RD(T-999) over Cox Run is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Bull Run RD(T-999) over Cox Run in Fayette County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 2011, so it is 14 years old, younger than the Pennsylvania average of 54.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 200 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 315 by 2030. The structure is 263 ft (80.2 m) long and 56 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesBull Run RD(T-999)
CrossesCox Run
LocationSE of Exit 26
RouteInterstate 0T999
Coordinates39.99, -79.9089
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating67.9 US tons
Inventory rating42.5 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHL 93
Structure length263 ft (80.2 m)
Longest span130 ft (39.6 m)
Deck width56 ft (17.2 m)
Roadway width53 ft (16.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic200 (2013)
Projected traffic315 by 2030
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Toll Authority
Maintained byState Toll Authority
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 Bull Run RD(T-999) over Cox Run built?

It was built in 2011, making it 14 years old in 2025.

What condition is Bull Run RD(T-999) over Cox Run in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in February 2023.

How much traffic does Bull Run RD(T-999) over Cox Run carry?

About 200 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Bull Run RD(T-999) over Cox Run?

The structure is 263 ft (80.2 m) long with a longest span of 130 ft (39.6 m) and a deck 56 ft wide.

Who owns Bull Run RD(T-999) over Cox Run?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.