US Bridges

SR 11 over Over Sechler Run

Good

Montour County, Pennsylvania · 2.25 MI E of Danville · Structure no. 000000000028309

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
44 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
12,690
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 11 over Over Sechler Run is a concrete culvert carrying SR 11 over Over Sechler Run in Montour County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 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.

It carries about 12,690 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,534 by 2032. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long and 61 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 80.2 mi (129 km).

CarriesSR 11
CrossesOver Sechler Run
Location2.25 MI E of Danville
RouteU.S. Route 11
Coordinates40.96002, -76.57518
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating56 US tons
Inventory rating33 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length44 ft (13.4 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.1 m)
Deck width61 ft (18.6 m)
Roadway width57 ft (17.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,690 (2024)
Projected traffic16,534 by 2032
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed80.2 mi (129 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 11 over Over Sechler Run built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 11 over Over Sechler Run 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does SR 11 over Over Sechler Run carry?

About 12,690 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is SR 11 over Over Sechler Run?

The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 61 ft wide.

Who owns SR 11 over Over Sechler Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.