US Bridges

SR 58 Mercer Road over Over Lawango Run

Fair

Mercer County, Pennsylvania · Delaware Township · Structure no. 000000000025673

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
28 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
3,409
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 58 Mercer Road over Over Lawango Run is a concrete culvert carrying SR 58 Mercer Road over Over Lawango Run in Mercer County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 3,409 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,651 by 2032. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 58 Mercer Road
CrossesOver Lawango Run
LocationDelaware Township
RouteState Highway 58
CountyMercer County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates41.34273, -80.33524
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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMarch 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
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 loadH 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 traffic3,409 (2023)
Projected traffic4,651 by 2032
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$564,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 58 Mercer Road over Over Lawango Run built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 58 Mercer Road over Over Lawango 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does SR 58 Mercer Road over Over Lawango Run carry?

About 3,409 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is SR 58 Mercer Road over Over Lawango Run?

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

Who owns SR 58 Mercer Road over Over Lawango Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.