US Bridges

SR 4001 over Sindeldecker Run

Fair

Fulton County, Pennsylvania · Saluvia · Structure no. 000000000017935

Built
1937
88 years old, rebuilt 1986
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
31 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
356
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 4001 over Sindeldecker Run is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 4001 over Sindeldecker Run in Fulton County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1937 and reconstructed in 1986, so it is 88 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 5 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 356 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 440 by 2032. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 4001
CrossesSindeldecker Run
LocationSaluvia
RouteState Highway 0
CountyFulton County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates39.99732, -78.09805
Functional classRural Minor 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.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating88 US tons
Inventory rating52 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadH 20
Structure length31 ft (9.4 m)
Longest span29 ft (8.8 m)
Deck width26 ft (7.8 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic356 (2023)
Projected traffic440 by 2032
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.9 mi (24 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$2.9 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 4001 over Sindeldecker Run built?

It was built in 1937, making it 88 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1986.

What condition is SR 4001 over Sindeldecker 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does SR 4001 over Sindeldecker Run carry?

About 356 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is SR 4001 over Sindeldecker Run?

The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 29 ft (8.8 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.

Who owns SR 4001 over Sindeldecker Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.