US Bridges

Oak Forest Road over Bells Run

Good

Greene County, Pennsylvania · Wayne Township · Structure no. 000000000053381

Built
2018
7 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
286
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Oak Forest Road over Bells Run is a concrete culvert carrying Oak Forest Road over Bells Run in Greene 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 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 286 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,055 by 2039. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesOak Forest Road
CrossesBells Run
LocationWayne Township
RouteState Highway 0
CountyGreene County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates39.77156, -80.27167
Functional classRural Major Collector

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.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum 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 rating82.5 US tons
Inventory rating51.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span24 ft (7.3 m)
Deck width30 ft (9.1 m)
Roadway width26 ft (8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic286 (2024)
Projected traffic1,055 by 2039
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 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 Oak Forest Road over Bells Run built?

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

What condition is Oak Forest Road over Bells 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 2023.

How much traffic does Oak Forest Road over Bells Run carry?

About 286 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is Oak Forest Road over Bells Run?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns Oak Forest Road over Bells Run?

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