US Bridges

SR 219-US 219 over Sheppard Run

Good

McKean County, Pennsylvania · Custer City · Structure no. 000000000025331

Built
1992
33 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
8,523
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 219-US 219 over Sheppard Run is a concrete culvert carrying SR 219-US 219 over Sheppard Run in McKean County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 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 8,523 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,620 by 2044. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 52 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 42.9 mi (69 km).

CarriesSR 219-US 219
CrossesSheppard Run
LocationCuster City
RouteU.S. Route 219
Coordinates41.90641, -78.65172
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating95 US tons
Inventory rating56 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span22 ft (6.7 m)
Deck width52 ft (16 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,523 (2024)
Projected traffic9,620 by 2044
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed42.9 mi (69 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 219-US 219 over Sheppard Run built?

It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 219-US 219 over Sheppard 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does SR 219-US 219 over Sheppard Run carry?

About 8,523 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is SR 219-US 219 over Sheppard Run?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.7 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.

Who owns SR 219-US 219 over Sheppard Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.