US Bridges

I-70 Ebl over Indian Grave Run

Fair

Fulton County, Pennsylvania · 0.6 MI W of Amaranth · Structure no. 000000000017798

Built
1955
70 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
5,410
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I-70 Ebl over Indian Grave Run is a concrete culvert carrying I-70 Ebl over Indian Grave Run in Fulton County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 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 5,410 vehicles a day, roughly 44% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,844 by 2032. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

Location

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CarriesI-70 Ebl
CrossesIndian Grave Run
Location0.6 MI W of Amaranth
RouteInterstate 70
CountyFulton County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates39.80103, -78.25606
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,410 (2023)
Projected traffic11,844 by 2032
Trucks44%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was I-70 Ebl over Indian Grave Run built?

It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.

What condition is I-70 Ebl over Indian Grave 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does I-70 Ebl over Indian Grave Run carry?

About 5,410 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 44% are trucks.

How long is I-70 Ebl over Indian Grave Run?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m).

Who owns I-70 Ebl over Indian Grave Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.