US Bridges

SR 45 over Over Br of Limestone Run

Fair

Union County, Pennsylvania · 2.5 MI East of Vicksburg · Structure no. 000000000033413

Built
1936
89 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
21 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
9,622
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 45 over Over Br of Limestone Run is a concrete slab carrying SR 45 over Over Br of Limestone Run in Union County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1936, so it is 89 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 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 9,622 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,838 by 2032. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.9 mi (40 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 45
CrossesOver Br of Limestone Run
Location2.5 MI East of Vicksburg
RouteState Highway 45
CountyUnion County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.953, -76.93461
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable 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 loadUnknown
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.1 m)
Deck width43 ft (13.1 m)
Roadway width39 ft (12 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,622 (2024)
Projected traffic16,838 by 2032
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed24.9 mi (40 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$105,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 45 over Over Br of Limestone Run built?

It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 45 over Over Br of Limestone 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does SR 45 over Over Br of Limestone Run carry?

About 9,622 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is SR 45 over Over Br of Limestone Run?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns SR 45 over Over Br of Limestone Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.