US Bridges

US 219 over CSX RR & Stonycreek Riv

Fair

Somerset County, Pennsylvania · Somerset/Cambria CO Line · Structure no. 000000000031430

Built
1970
55 years old, rebuilt 2021
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Girder and Floorbeam System
Steel Continuous
Length
1,388 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
14,820
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 219 over CSX RR & Stonycreek Riv is a steel continuous girder and floorbeam system carrying US 219 over CSX RR & Stonycreek Riv in Somerset County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1970 and reconstructed in 2021, 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 14,820 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,705 by 2032. The structure is 1,388 ft (423.1 m) long and 84 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

CarriesUS 219
CrossesCSX RR & Stonycreek Riv
LocationSomerset/Cambria CO Line
RouteU.S. Route 219
Coordinates40.25111, -78.89005
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
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 adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46 US tons
Inventory rating28 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans7
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length1,388 ft (423.1 m)
Longest span208 ft (63.4 m)
Deck width84 ft (25.6 m)
Roadway width39 ft (11.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,820 (2024)
Projected traffic15,705 by 2032
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad and waterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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$33 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 219 over CSX RR & Stonycreek Riv built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2021.

What condition is US 219 over CSX RR & Stonycreek Riv 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 2023.

How much traffic does US 219 over CSX RR & Stonycreek Riv carry?

About 14,820 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is US 219 over CSX RR & Stonycreek Riv?

The structure is 1,388 ft (423.1 m) long with a longest span of 208 ft (63.4 m) and a deck 84 ft wide.

Who owns US 219 over CSX RR & Stonycreek Riv?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.