US Bridges

Old 3011 New 54 over Sechler Run

Good

Montour County, Pennsylvania · Borough of Danville · Structure no. 000000000028422

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
23 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
10,761
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Old 3011 New 54 over Sechler Run is a concrete culvert carrying Old 3011 New 54 over Sechler Run in Montour County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 years old, older 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 10,761 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,638 by 2032. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 41 mi (66 km).

CarriesOld 3011 New 54
CrossesSechler Run
LocationBorough of Danville
RouteState Highway 54
Coordinates40.96296, -76.61865
Functional classUrban Minor 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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
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
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length23 ft (7 m)
Longest span23 ft (7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,761 (2023)
Projected traffic15,638 by 2032
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed41 mi (66 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 Old 3011 New 54 over Sechler Run built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is Old 3011 New 54 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 Old 3011 New 54 over Sechler Run carry?

About 10,761 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is Old 3011 New 54 over Sechler Run?

The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 23 ft (7 m).

Who owns Old 3011 New 54 over Sechler Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.