US Bridges

Pa Tpk (toll 43) over Pike Run

Fair

Washington County, Pennsylvania · West of California · Structure no. 000000000035232

Built
1990
35 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
34 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
7,244
1995 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

Pa Tpk (toll 43) over Pike Run is a concrete culvert carrying Pa Tpk (toll 43) over Pike Run in Washington County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 years old, younger 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 7,244 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,998 by 2030. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesPa Tpk (toll 43)
CrossesPike Run
LocationWest of California
RouteState Highway 43
CountyWashington County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.06833, -79.91
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 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 rating99 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length34 ft (10.4 m)
Longest span34 ft (10.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,244 (1995)
Projected traffic10,998 by 2030
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a toll road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Toll Authority
Maintained byState Toll Authority
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Pa Tpk (toll 43) over Pike Run built?

It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pa Tpk (toll 43) over Pike 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 2023.

How much traffic does Pa Tpk (toll 43) over Pike Run carry?

About 7,244 vehicles per day (1995 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is Pa Tpk (toll 43) over Pike Run?

The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.4 m).

Who owns Pa Tpk (toll 43) over Pike Run?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.