US Bridges

US 219 Nbl over SR 8005 Ramps C & D

Good

Somerset County, Pennsylvania · Ovr SR8005 3MI N Somerset · Structure no. 000000000042206

Built
2003
22 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
85 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
5,952
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 219 Nbl over SR 8005 Ramps C & D is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 219 Nbl over SR 8005 Ramps C & D in Somerset County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 5,952 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,826 by 2032. The structure is 85 ft (25.9 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 219 Nbl
CrossesSR 8005 Ramps C & D
LocationOvr SR8005 3MI N Somerset
RouteU.S. Route 219
Coordinates40.05688, -79.06082
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating84 US tons
Inventory rating65 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length85 ft (25.9 m)
Longest span82 ft (25 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width43 ft (13.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,952 (2024)
Projected traffic4,826 by 2032
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 219 Nbl over SR 8005 Ramps C & D built?

It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 219 Nbl over SR 8005 Ramps C & D 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does US 219 Nbl over SR 8005 Ramps C & D carry?

About 5,952 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is US 219 Nbl over SR 8005 Ramps C & D?

The structure is 85 ft (25.9 m) long with a longest span of 82 ft (25 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns US 219 Nbl over SR 8005 Ramps C & D?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.