US Bridges

SR 0070 over Branch of Buffalo Creek

Fair

Washington County, Pennsylvania · Buffalo Township · Structure no. 000000000034452

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
31,592
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 0070 over Branch of Buffalo Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 0070 over Branch of Buffalo Creek in Washington County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 31,592 vehicles a day, roughly 30% of them trucks, projected to reach 36,530 by 2032. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 0070
CrossesBranch of Buffalo Creek
LocationBuffalo Township
RouteInterstate 70
CountyWashington County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.12994, -80.33738
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

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 protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionAugust 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
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span22 ft (6.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic31,592 (2024)
Projected traffic36,530 by 2032
Trucks30%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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 0070 over Branch of Buffalo Creek built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 0070 over Branch of Buffalo 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does SR 0070 over Branch of Buffalo Creek carry?

About 31,592 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 30% are trucks.

How long is SR 0070 over Branch of Buffalo Creek?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.7 m).

Who owns SR 0070 over Branch of Buffalo Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.