US Bridges

SR 8024 (ramp H) over North Branch Pigeon Ck.

Fair

Washington County, Pennsylvania · Somerset Township · Structure no. 000000000035406

Built
1956
69 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
20 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,061
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 8024 (ramp H) over North Branch Pigeon Ck. is a concrete culvert carrying SR 8024 (ramp H) over North Branch Pigeon Ck. in Washington County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1956, so it is 69 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 2,061 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,130 by 2032. The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 8024 (ramp H)
CrossesNorth Branch Pigeon Ck.
LocationSomerset Township
RouteState Highway 0
CountyWashington County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.16644, -80.08348
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

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 protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
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
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating54 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length20 ft (6.1 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,061 (2024)
Projected traffic2,130 by 2032
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 8024 (ramp H) over North Branch Pigeon Ck. built?

It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 8024 (ramp H) over North Branch Pigeon Ck. 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does SR 8024 (ramp H) over North Branch Pigeon Ck. carry?

About 2,061 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is SR 8024 (ramp H) over North Branch Pigeon Ck.?

The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m).

Who owns SR 8024 (ramp H) over North Branch Pigeon Ck.?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.