US Bridges

SR 44 over Over Ramsey Run

Fair

Lycoming County, Pennsylvania · 3 Miles S of Waterville · Structure no. 000000000024575

Built
1926
99 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2023
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete
Length
37 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,516
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 44 over Over Ramsey Run is a concrete tee beam carrying SR 44 over Over Ramsey Run in Lycoming County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1926, so it is 99 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 1,516 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,217 by 2032. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 36 mi (58 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 44
CrossesOver Ramsey Run
Location3 Miles S of Waterville
RouteState Highway 44
CountyLycoming County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates41.28459, -77.32412
Functional classRural Major Collector

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.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length37 ft (11.3 m)
Longest span34 ft (10.4 m)
Deck width26 ft (8 m)
Roadway width23 ft (7.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,516 (2024)
Projected traffic2,217 by 2032
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed36 mi (58 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$107,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 44 over Over Ramsey Run built?

It was built in 1926, making it 99 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 44 over Over Ramsey Run 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 2023.

How much traffic does SR 44 over Over Ramsey Run carry?

About 1,516 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is SR 44 over Over Ramsey Run?

The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.4 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.

Who owns SR 44 over Over Ramsey Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.