US Bridges

Nelson RD (SR2015) over Meadow Run

Good

Fayette County, Pennsylvania · Wharton Township · Structure no. 000000000053598

Built
2018
7 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
29 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
293
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Nelson RD (SR2015) over Meadow Run is a concrete culvert carrying Nelson RD (SR2015) over Meadow Run in Fayette County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 2018, so it is 7 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 293 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 476 by 2037. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

Location

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CarriesNelson RD (SR2015)
CrossesMeadow Run
LocationWharton Township
RouteState Highway 0
CountyFayette County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates39.82352, -79.56841
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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating70 US tons
Inventory rating44 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length29 ft (8.8 m)
Longest span27 ft (8.2 m)
Deck width29 ft (8.8 m)
Roadway width25 ft (7.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic293 (2024)
Projected traffic476 by 2037
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byPrivate (other than railroad)
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Nelson RD (SR2015) over Meadow Run built?

It was built in 2018, making it 7 years old in 2025.

What condition is Nelson RD (SR2015) over Meadow 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does Nelson RD (SR2015) over Meadow Run carry?

About 293 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is Nelson RD (SR2015) over Meadow Run?

The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 27 ft (8.2 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.

Who owns Nelson RD (SR2015) over Meadow Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency and maintained by the Private (other than railroad).