US Bridges

SR 0070 over SR 8016

Fair

Washington County, Pennsylvania · South Strabane Township · Structure no. 000000000034480

Built
1960
65 years old, rebuilt 1996
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
73 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
23,659
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 0070 over SR 8016 is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 0070 over SR 8016 in Washington County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1960 and reconstructed in 1996, 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 23,659 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 36,310 by 2032. The structure is 73 ft (22.3 m) long and 46 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesSR 0070
CrossesSR 8016
LocationSouth Strabane Township
RouteInterstate 70
CountyWashington County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.1885, -80.24652
Functional classUrban 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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating92 US tons
Inventory rating55 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length73 ft (22.3 m)
Longest span68 ft (20.7 m)
Deck width46 ft (13.9 m)
Roadway width42 ft (12.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic23,659 (2024)
Projected traffic36,310 by 2032
Trucks23%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$623,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 0070 over SR 8016 built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1996.

What condition is SR 0070 over SR 8016 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does SR 0070 over SR 8016 carry?

About 23,659 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.

How long is SR 0070 over SR 8016?

The structure is 73 ft (22.3 m) long with a longest span of 68 ft (20.7 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns SR 0070 over SR 8016?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.