US Bridges

SR 4012 over Burgetts Fork

Fair

Washington County, Pennsylvania · Smith Township · Structure no. 000000000035130

Built
1947
78 years old, rebuilt 1972
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
55 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,633
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 4012 over Burgetts Fork is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 4012 over Burgetts Fork in Washington County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1947 and reconstructed in 1972, so it is 78 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 1,633 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,785 by 2032. The structure is 55 ft (16.8 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 4012
CrossesBurgetts Fork
LocationSmith Township
RouteState Highway 0
CountyWashington County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.38363, -80.36772
Functional classUrban 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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJune 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 geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating51 US tons
Inventory rating30 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckClosed grating
Main spans1
Design loadH 20
Structure length55 ft (16.8 m)
Longest span53 ft (16.2 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.2 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,633 (2023)
Projected traffic2,785 by 2032
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 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$64,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 4012 over Burgetts Fork built?

It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1972.

What condition is SR 4012 over Burgetts Fork 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does SR 4012 over Burgetts Fork carry?

About 1,633 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is SR 4012 over Burgetts Fork?

The structure is 55 ft (16.8 m) long with a longest span of 53 ft (16.2 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns SR 4012 over Burgetts Fork?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.