US Bridges

T830 Shaffer Run R over Shaffers Run

Fair

Somerset County, Pennsylvania · 4.6 Mile N of Fairhope · Structure no. 000000000031642

Built
1982
43 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
21 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
12
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

T830 Shaffer Run R over Shaffers Run is a steel culvert carrying T830 Shaffer Run R over Shaffers Run in Somerset County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1982, so it is 43 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 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 12 vehicles a day, roughly 27% of them trucks, projected to reach 24 by 2032. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).

Location

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CarriesT830 Shaffer Run R
CrossesShaffers Run
Location4.6 Mile N of Fairhope
RouteState Highway 0
CountySomerset County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates39.88549, -78.77162
Functional classRural Local

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 inspectionMay 2024
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 adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating98.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span21 ft (6.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12 (2024)
Projected traffic24 by 2032
Trucks27%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.2 mi (18 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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was T830 Shaffer Run R over Shaffers Run built?

It was built in 1982, making it 43 years old in 2025.

What condition is T830 Shaffer Run R over Shaffers 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does T830 Shaffer Run R over Shaffers Run carry?

About 12 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 27% are trucks.

How long is T830 Shaffer Run R over Shaffers Run?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.4 m).

Who owns T830 Shaffer Run R over Shaffers Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.