US Bridges

SR 0028 over Simpson Run

Good

Jefferson County, Pennsylvania · 0.2 MI W SR 3003 Intersec · Structure no. 000000000055949

Built
2020
5 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2022
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
3,608
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 0028 over Simpson Run is a concrete culvert carrying SR 0028 over Simpson Run in Jefferson County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 2020, so it is 5 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 3,608 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,271 by 2032. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 0028
CrossesSimpson Run
Location0.2 MI W SR 3003 Intersec
RouteState Highway 28
CountyJefferson County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates41.13371, -79.15653
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionSeptember 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating54.7 US tons
Inventory rating42.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span21 ft (6.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,608 (2024)
Projected traffic5,271 by 2032
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
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 SR 0028 over Simpson Run built?

It was built in 2020, making it 5 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 0028 over Simpson 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 September 2022.

How much traffic does SR 0028 over Simpson Run carry?

About 3,608 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is SR 0028 over Simpson Run?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.4 m).

Who owns SR 0028 over Simpson Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.