US Bridges

SR 655-PA 655 over Kishacoquillas Creek

Fair

Mifflin County, Pennsylvania · 1 MI S Menno · Structure no. 000000000026465

Built
1969
56 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
25 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,467
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 655-PA 655 over Kishacoquillas Creek is a steel culvert carrying SR 655-PA 655 over Kishacoquillas Creek in Mifflin County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 2,467 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,545 by 2044. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 655-PA 655
CrossesKishacoquillas Creek
Location1 MI S Menno
RouteState Highway 655
CountyMifflin County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.5573, -77.79364
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 protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length25 ft (7.6 m)
Longest span25 ft (7.6 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,467 (2024)
Projected traffic1,545 by 2044
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 655-PA 655 over Kishacoquillas Creek built?

It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 655-PA 655 over Kishacoquillas Creek 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does SR 655-PA 655 over Kishacoquillas Creek carry?

About 2,467 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is SR 655-PA 655 over Kishacoquillas Creek?

The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m).

Who owns SR 655-PA 655 over Kishacoquillas Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.