US Bridges

Pulaski RD over Shenango River

Fair

Lawrence County, Pennsylvania · Over Shenango River · Structure no. 000000000022266

Built
1986
39 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
240 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
3,145
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Pulaski RD over Shenango River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Pulaski RD over Shenango River in Lawrence County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 years old, younger 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 3,145 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,879 by 2032. The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).

CarriesPulaski RD
CrossesShenango River
LocationOver Shenango River
RouteState Highway 208
Coordinates41.11326, -80.43716
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating77.1 US tons
Inventory rating52 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length240 ft (73.2 m)
Longest span115 ft (35.1 m)
Deck width36 ft (10.9 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,145 (2024)
Projected traffic3,879 by 2032
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.8 mi (19 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$488,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Pulaski RD over Shenango River built?

It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pulaski RD over Shenango River 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does Pulaski RD over Shenango River carry?

About 3,145 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is Pulaski RD over Shenango River?

The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long with a longest span of 115 ft (35.1 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.

Who owns Pulaski RD over Shenango River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.