US Bridges

SR 6 Grand Army Hy over Over Brokenstraw Creek

Fair

Warren County, Pennsylvania · Columbus Township · Structure no. 000000000033947

Built
1973
52 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
124 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,257
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 6 Grand Army Hy over Over Brokenstraw Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 6 Grand Army Hy over Over Brokenstraw Creek in Warren County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 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 2,257 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,525 by 2032. The structure is 124 ft (37.8 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 6 Grand Army Hy
CrossesOver Brokenstraw Creek
LocationColumbus Township
RouteU.S. Route 6
CountyWarren County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates41.93833, -79.58373
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
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 geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating85 US tons
Inventory rating51 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length124 ft (37.8 m)
Longest span121 ft (36.9 m)
Deck width48 ft (14.6 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,257 (2024)
Projected traffic3,525 by 2032
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 6 Grand Army Hy over Over Brokenstraw Creek built?

It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 6 Grand Army Hy over Over Brokenstraw 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does SR 6 Grand Army Hy over Over Brokenstraw Creek carry?

About 2,257 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is SR 6 Grand Army Hy over Over Brokenstraw Creek?

The structure is 124 ft (37.8 m) long with a longest span of 121 ft (36.9 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.

Who owns SR 6 Grand Army Hy over Over Brokenstraw Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.