US Bridges

US 15 over US 15 over Bottle Run

Good

Lycoming County, Pennsylvania · Old Lycoming Township · Structure no. 000000000025038

Built
1989
36 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
43 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
16,749
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 15 over US 15 over Bottle Run is a concrete culvert carrying US 15 over US 15 over Bottle Run in Lycoming County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 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 16,749 vehicles a day, roughly 29% of them trucks, projected to reach 25,448 by 2032. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesUS 15
CrossesUS 15 over Bottle Run
LocationOld Lycoming Township
RouteU.S. Route 15
Coordinates41.26257, -77.04867
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 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 rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating78 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length43 ft (13.1 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 traffic16,749 (2024)
Projected traffic25,448 by 2032
Trucks29%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate 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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 15 over US 15 over Bottle Run built?

It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 15 over US 15 over Bottle 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 2024.

How much traffic does US 15 over US 15 over Bottle Run carry?

About 16,749 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 29% are trucks.

How long is US 15 over US 15 over Bottle Run?

The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.4 m).

Who owns US 15 over US 15 over Bottle Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.