US Bridges

Pa 985 over Quemahoning Creek

Fair

Somerset County, Pennsylvania · 5 Mi.N.Of Somerset · Structure no. 000000000031495

Built
1949
76 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
43 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
3,695
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Pa 985 over Quemahoning Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Pa 985 over Quemahoning Creek in Somerset County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1949, so it is 76 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 3,695 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,518 by 2032. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesPa 985
CrossesQuemahoning Creek
Location5 Mi.N.Of Somerset
RouteState Highway 985
CountySomerset County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.08948, -79.09344
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
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJune 2023
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 adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length43 ft (13.1 m)
Longest span40 ft (12.2 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,695 (2024)
Projected traffic4,518 by 2032
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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$687,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Pa 985 over Quemahoning Creek built?

It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pa 985 over Quemahoning 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 2023.

How much traffic does Pa 985 over Quemahoning Creek carry?

About 3,695 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is Pa 985 over Quemahoning Creek?

The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m).

Who owns Pa 985 over Quemahoning Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.