US Bridges

SR 0901 over Over Seda Cog RR

Fair

Northumberland County, Pennsylvania · 0.5 MI NW of Excelsior · Structure no. 000000000029127

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
123 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
4,010
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 0901 over Over Seda Cog RR is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 0901 over Over Seda Cog RR in Northumberland 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 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 4,010 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,098 by 2032. The structure is 123 ft (37.5 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).

CarriesSR 0901
CrossesOver Seda Cog RR
Location0.5 MI NW of Excelsior
RouteState Highway 901
Coordinates40.7746, -76.50909
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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating73 US tons
Inventory rating44 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length123 ft (37.5 m)
Longest span110 ft (33.5 m)
Deck width48 ft (14.6 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,010 (2024)
Projected traffic4,098 by 2032
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed11.2 mi (18 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$150,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 0901 over Over Seda Cog RR built?

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

What condition is SR 0901 over Over Seda Cog RR 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does SR 0901 over Over Seda Cog RR carry?

About 4,010 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is SR 0901 over Over Seda Cog RR?

The structure is 123 ft (37.5 m) long with a longest span of 110 ft (33.5 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.

Who owns SR 0901 over Over Seda Cog RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.