US Bridges

SR 0837 over Mingo Run

Poor

Washington County, Pennsylvania · New Eagle Borough · Structure no. 000000000034728

Built
1931
94 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
38 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
6,966
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 0837 over Mingo Run is a concrete culvert carrying SR 0837 over Mingo Run in Washington County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1931, so it is 94 years old, older than the Pennsylvania average of 54.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

It carries about 6,966 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,971 by 2032. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 0837
CrossesMingo Run
LocationNew Eagle Borough
RouteState Highway 837
CountyWashington County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.21315, -79.96154
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation4: 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 rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length38 ft (11.6 m)
Longest span30 ft (9.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,966 (2024)
Projected traffic5,971 by 2032
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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$312,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 0837 over Mingo Run built?

It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 0837 over Mingo Run in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in October 2023.

How much traffic does SR 0837 over Mingo Run carry?

About 6,966 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is SR 0837 over Mingo Run?

The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m).

Who owns SR 0837 over Mingo Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.