US Bridges

SR 607-PA 607 over Freeman Run

Fair

Potter County, Pennsylvania · Austin Boro · Structure no. 000000000030251

Built
1972
53 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
45 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
941
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 607-PA 607 over Freeman Run is a concrete culvert carrying SR 607-PA 607 over Freeman Run in Potter County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 years old, younger 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 6 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 941 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,149 by 2043. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.7 mi (51 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 607-PA 607
CrossesFreeman Run
LocationAustin Boro
RouteState Highway 607
CountyPotter County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates41.63076, -78.09054
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
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 rating46 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length45 ft (13.7 m)
Longest span21 ft (6.4 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.6 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic941 (2023)
Projected traffic1,149 by 2043
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed31.7 mi (51 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$538,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 607-PA 607 over Freeman Run built?

It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 607-PA 607 over Freeman 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 607-PA 607 over Freeman Run carry?

About 941 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is SR 607-PA 607 over Freeman Run?

The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.4 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns SR 607-PA 607 over Freeman Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.