Bush Road over Otter Creek
GoodPosted for loadMercer County, Pennsylvania · 1500FT E of Donation RD · Structure no. 000000000026209
- Built
- 1975
- 50 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 35 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 109
- 2023 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Bush Road over Otter Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Bush Road over Otter Creek in Mercer County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1975, so it is 50 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 109 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 140 by 2039. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Bush Road over Otter Creek built?
It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025.
What condition is Bush Road over Otter Creek 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 2023.
How much traffic does Bush Road over Otter Creek carry?
About 109 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Bush Road over Otter Creek?
The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns Bush Road over Otter Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.