Pa 985 over Roaring Run
GoodSomerset County, Pennsylvania · 1.5 Mi.N.Of Jennerstown · Structure no. 000000000031500
- Built
- 1997
- 28 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,853
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Pa 985 over Roaring Run is a concrete culvert carrying Pa 985 over Roaring Run in Somerset County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 years old, younger than the Pennsylvania average of 54.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 1,853 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,437 by 2032. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.8 mi (48 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Pa 985 over Roaring Run built?
It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.
What condition is Pa 985 over Roaring Run in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in August 2023.
How much traffic does Pa 985 over Roaring Run carry?
About 1,853 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is Pa 985 over Roaring Run?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns Pa 985 over Roaring Run?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.