US Bridges

SR 58 College Ave. over Over Mathay Run

Fair

Mercer County, Pennsylvania · Hempfield Township · Structure no. 000000000025671

Built
1939
86 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete
Length
24 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
4,239
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 58 College Ave. over Over Mathay Run is a concrete tee beam carrying SR 58 College Ave. over Over Mathay Run in Mercer County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1939, so it is 86 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 4,239 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,368 by 2032. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 58 College Ave.
CrossesOver Mathay Run
LocationHempfield Township
RouteState Highway 58
CountyMercer County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates41.3924, -80.37074
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourCountermeasures installed to correct a previously existing problem
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating57 US tons
Inventory rating34 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadH 20
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span22 ft (6.7 m)
Deck width48 ft (14.6 m)
Roadway width45 ft (13.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,239 (2023)
Projected traffic5,368 by 2032
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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$43,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 58 College Ave. over Over Mathay Run built?

It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 58 College Ave. over Over Mathay 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does SR 58 College Ave. over Over Mathay Run carry?

About 4,239 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is SR 58 College Ave. over Over Mathay Run?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.7 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.

Who owns SR 58 College Ave. over Over Mathay Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.