US Bridges

SR 44 over Over South Creek

Fair

Union County, Pennsylvania · 1 MI N W of Allenwood · Structure no. 000000000033400

Built
1954
71 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
21 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,418
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 44 over Over South Creek is a concrete slab carrying SR 44 over Over South Creek in Union County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 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 6 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 1,418 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,761 by 2032. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 44
CrossesOver South Creek
Location1 MI N W of Allenwood
RouteState Highway 44
CountyUnion County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates41.11298, -76.92326
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: 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 rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadH 20
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.1 m)
Deck width36 ft (10.9 m)
Roadway width31 ft (9.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,418 (2024)
Projected traffic1,761 by 2032
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed19.9 mi (32 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$22,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 44 over Over South Creek built?

It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 44 over Over South 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does SR 44 over Over South Creek carry?

About 1,418 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is SR 44 over Over South Creek?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.

Who owns SR 44 over Over South Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.