US Bridges

SR 0980 over Branch of Millers Run

Fair

Washington County, Pennsylvania · Cecil Township · Structure no. 000000000034761

Built
1953
72 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete
Length
28 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,730
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 0980 over Branch of Millers Run is a concrete tee beam carrying SR 0980 over Branch of Millers Run in Washington County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1953, so it is 72 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 2,730 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,587 by 2032. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 0980
CrossesBranch of Millers Run
LocationCecil Township
RouteState Highway 980
CountyWashington County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.34351, -80.24024
Functional classUrban Minor 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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
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 geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating58 US tons
Inventory rating35.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length28 ft (8.5 m)
Longest span24 ft (7.3 m)
Deck width41 ft (12.6 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,730 (2023)
Projected traffic4,587 by 2032
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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$62,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 0980 over Branch of Millers Run built?

It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 0980 over Branch of Millers 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does SR 0980 over Branch of Millers Run carry?

About 2,730 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is SR 0980 over Branch of Millers Run?

The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.

Who owns SR 0980 over Branch of Millers Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.