US Bridges

SR 219-US 219 over West Br. Clarion River

Fair

McKean County, Pennsylvania · Lantz Corners · Structure no. 000000000025321

Built
1951
74 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
28 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,781
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 219-US 219 over West Br. Clarion River is a concrete culvert carrying SR 219-US 219 over West Br. Clarion River in McKean County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1951, so it is 74 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 2,781 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,057 by 2044. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 28 mi (45 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 219-US 219
CrossesWest Br. Clarion River
LocationLantz Corners
RouteU.S. Route 219
CountyMcKean County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates41.69579, -78.69106
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
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
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating83 US tons
Inventory rating49.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length28 ft (8.5 m)
Longest span28 ft (8.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,781 (2024)
Projected traffic4,057 by 2044
Trucks21%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed28 mi (45 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$403,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 219-US 219 over West Br. Clarion River built?

It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 219-US 219 over West Br. Clarion 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does SR 219-US 219 over West Br. Clarion River carry?

About 2,781 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.

How long is SR 219-US 219 over West Br. Clarion River?

The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.5 m).

Who owns SR 219-US 219 over West Br. Clarion River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.