US Bridges

SR 4019 Methodist over Over Bluff Run

Fair

Mercer County, Pennsylvania · Salem Township · Structure no. 000000000026056

Built
1962
63 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
22 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
433
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 4019 Methodist over Over Bluff Run is a steel culvert carrying SR 4019 Methodist over Over Bluff Run in Mercer County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1962, so it is 63 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 433 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 383 by 2032. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 4019 Methodist
CrossesOver Bluff Run
LocationSalem Township
RouteState Highway 0
CountyMercer County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates41.46013, -80.30703
Functional classRural Minor Collector

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 inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
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 rating54 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span22 ft (6.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic433 (2024)
Projected traffic383 by 2032
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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$828,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 4019 Methodist over Over Bluff Run built?

It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 4019 Methodist over Over Bluff 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does SR 4019 Methodist over Over Bluff Run carry?

About 433 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is SR 4019 Methodist over Over Bluff Run?

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

Who owns SR 4019 Methodist over Over Bluff Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.