US Bridges

SR 0405 over Over Warrior Run Creek

Fair

Northumberland County, Pennsylvania · 1 MI S of Watsontown · Structure no. 000000000029106

Built
1925
100 years old, rebuilt 1993
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
24 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
4,456
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 0405 over Over Warrior Run Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 0405 over Over Warrior Run Creek in Northumberland County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1925 and reconstructed in 1993, so it is 100 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 4,456 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,775 by 2032. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

CarriesSR 0405
CrossesOver Warrior Run Creek
Location1 MI S of Watsontown
RouteState Highway 405
Coordinates41.07357, -76.85434
Functional classRural Major 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 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
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span24 ft (7.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,456 (2024)
Projected traffic5,775 by 2032
Trucks6%
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 proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$280,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 0405 over Over Warrior Run Creek built?

It was built in 1925, making it 100 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1993.

What condition is SR 0405 over Over Warrior Run 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 0405 over Over Warrior Run Creek carry?

About 4,456 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is SR 0405 over Over Warrior Run Creek?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m).

Who owns SR 0405 over Over Warrior Run Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.