US Bridges

South Main ST over Branch Hichory Run

Good

Lawrence County, Pennsylvania · 150 West of SR 3001 · Structure no. 000000000022293

Built
1987
38 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
24 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,856
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

South Main ST over Branch Hichory Run is a concrete culvert carrying South Main ST over Branch Hichory Run in Lawrence County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 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 1,856 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,132 by 2032. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long.

CarriesSouth Main ST
CrossesBranch Hichory Run
Location150 West of SR 3001
RouteState Highway 317
Coordinates40.975, -80.49495
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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating54 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span24 ft (7.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,856 (2023)
Projected traffic3,132 by 2032
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was South Main ST over Branch Hichory Run built?

It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.

What condition is South Main ST over Branch Hichory 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does South Main ST over Branch Hichory Run carry?

About 1,856 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is South Main ST over Branch Hichory Run?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m).

Who owns South Main ST over Branch Hichory Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.