US Bridges

Burns Bridge TR446 over Raccoon Creek Trib

FairPosted for load

Washington County, Pennsylvania · 500 North of TR 859 · Structure no. 000000000035289

Built
1903
122 years old, rebuilt 1954
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
46 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
15
1990 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Burns Bridge TR446 over Raccoon Creek Trib is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Burns Bridge TR446 over Raccoon Creek Trib in Washington County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1903 and reconstructed in 1954, so it is 122 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 15 vehicles a day, projected to reach 5 by 2020. The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long and 15 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesBurns Bridge TR446
CrossesRaccoon Creek Trib
Location500 North of TR 859
RouteCity Street 0T446
CountyWashington County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.44387, -80.40288
Functional classRural Local

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
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 adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating55 US tons
Inventory rating33 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckOpen grating
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length46 ft (14 m)
Longest span46 ft (14 m)
Deck width15 ft (4.7 m)
Roadway width14 ft (4.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15 (1990)
Projected traffic5 by 2020
Trucks—
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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$35,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Burns Bridge TR446 over Raccoon Creek Trib built?

It was built in 1903, making it 122 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1954.

What condition is Burns Bridge TR446 over Raccoon Creek Trib 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 2023.

How much traffic does Burns Bridge TR446 over Raccoon Creek Trib carry?

About 15 vehicles per day (1990 count).

How long is Burns Bridge TR446 over Raccoon Creek Trib?

The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long with a longest span of 46 ft (14 m) and a deck 15 ft wide.

Who owns Burns Bridge TR446 over Raccoon Creek Trib?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.