US Bridges

SR 49-PA 49 over Steer Run

Fair

Potter County, Pennsylvania · 3 MI N Coudersport · Structure no. 000000000030173

Built
1920
105 years old, rebuilt 1953
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete
Length
23 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,289
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 49-PA 49 over Steer Run is a concrete tee beam carrying SR 49-PA 49 over Steer Run in Potter County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1920 and reconstructed in 1953, so it is 105 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 1,289 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,703 by 2043. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 49-PA 49
CrossesSteer Run
Location3 MI N Coudersport
RouteState Highway 49
CountyPotter County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates41.81484, -78.00829
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
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: 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 rating53 US tons
Inventory rating29 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadH 15
Structure length23 ft (7 m)
Longest span21 ft (6.4 m)
Deck width39 ft (12 m)
Roadway width29 ft (8.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,289 (2023)
Projected traffic1,703 by 2043
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.8 mi (19 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$403,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 49-PA 49 over Steer Run built?

It was built in 1920, making it 105 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1953.

What condition is SR 49-PA 49 over Steer Run 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does SR 49-PA 49 over Steer Run carry?

About 1,289 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is SR 49-PA 49 over Steer Run?

The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.4 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.

Who owns SR 49-PA 49 over Steer Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.