US Bridges

US 219 Sbl over Access RD & Casselman R

Fair

Somerset County, Pennsylvania · 1 Mi.N of Meyersdale · Structure no. 000000000040266

Built
1998
27 years old, rebuilt 2021
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
354 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,064
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 219 Sbl over Access RD & Casselman R is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 219 Sbl over Access RD & Casselman R in Somerset County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1998 and reconstructed in 2021, so it is 27 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 2,064 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,230 by 2044. The structure is 354 ft (107.9 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesUS 219 Sbl
CrossesAccess RD & Casselman R
Location1 Mi.N of Meyersdale
RouteU.S. Route 219
Coordinates39.82894, -79.04846
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
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 geometry8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating107 US tons
Inventory rating51 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length354 ft (107.9 m)
Longest span133 ft (40.5 m)
Deck width46 ft (13.9 m)
Roadway width42 ft (12.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,064 (2024)
Projected traffic2,230 by 2044
Trucks24%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and waterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 219 Sbl over Access RD & Casselman R built?

It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2021.

What condition is US 219 Sbl over Access RD & Casselman R 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 2024.

How much traffic does US 219 Sbl over Access RD & Casselman R carry?

About 2,064 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.

How long is US 219 Sbl over Access RD & Casselman R?

The structure is 354 ft (107.9 m) long with a longest span of 133 ft (40.5 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns US 219 Sbl over Access RD & Casselman R?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.