US Bridges

SR0080 EB over Falls Creek

Fair

Jefferson County, Pennsylvania · Red Mill NO.1 · Structure no. 000000000019598

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
20 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
11,406
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR0080 EB over Falls Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR0080 EB over Falls Creek in Jefferson County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 11,406 vehicles a day, roughly 51% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,543 by 2032. The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesSR0080 EB
CrossesFalls Creek
LocationRed Mill NO.1
RouteInterstate 80
CountyJefferson County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates41.15738, -78.83113
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.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: 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 rating51 US tons
Inventory rating31 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length20 ft (6.1 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 traffic11,406 (2024)
Projected traffic19,543 by 2032
Trucks51%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR0080 EB over Falls Creek built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR0080 EB over Falls Creek 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does SR0080 EB over Falls Creek carry?

About 11,406 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 51% are trucks.

How long is SR0080 EB over Falls Creek?

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

Who owns SR0080 EB over Falls Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.