US Bridges

University Ave over Limestone Run

Fair

Union County, Pennsylvania · University Ave. Lewisburg · Structure no. 000000000033620

Built
1900
125 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Masonry
Length
21 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,944
2023 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

University Ave over Limestone Run is a masonry culvert carrying University Ave over Limestone Run in Union County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1900, so it is 125 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 1,944 vehicles a day, projected to reach 3,005 by 2045. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long and 51 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesUniversity Ave
CrossesLimestone Run
LocationUniversity Ave. Lewisburg
RouteCity Street 0
CountyUnion County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.96057, -76.88176
Functional classUrban 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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be 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 typeCulvert
MaterialMasonry
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span21 ft (6.4 m)
Deck width51 ft (15.4 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,944 (2023)
Projected traffic3,005 by 2045
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerTown or Township Highway Agency
Maintained byTown or Township Highway Agency
Historic statusEligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$24,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was University Ave over Limestone Run built?

It was built in 1900, making it 125 years old in 2025.

What condition is University Ave over 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does University Ave over Limestone Run carry?

About 1,944 vehicles per day (2023 count).

How long is University Ave over Limestone Run?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.4 m) and a deck 51 ft wide.

Who owns University Ave over Limestone Run?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.