US Bridges

SR 4004 over Little Raccoon Run

Fair

Washington County, Pennsylvania · Smith & Robinson Twp. · Structure no. 000000000035105

Built
1928
97 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
40 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
4,450
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 4004 over Little Raccoon Run is a concrete culvert carrying SR 4004 over Little Raccoon Run in Washington County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1928, so it is 97 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 6 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 4,450 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,642 by 2032. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 4004
CrossesLittle Raccoon Run
LocationSmith & Robinson Twp.
RouteState Highway 0
CountyWashington County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.42484, -80.35839
Functional classRural Minor Collector

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
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 length40 ft (12.2 m)
Longest span40 ft (12.2 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,450 (2024)
Projected traffic4,642 by 2032
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$798,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 4004 over Little Raccoon Run built?

It was built in 1928, making it 97 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 4004 over Little Raccoon 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does SR 4004 over Little Raccoon Run carry?

About 4,450 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is SR 4004 over Little Raccoon Run?

The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m).

Who owns SR 4004 over Little Raccoon Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.