US Bridges

Strope RD (SR4023) over North Fork Cross Creek

Good

Washington County, Pennsylvania · Cross Creek Township · Structure no. 000000000054034

Built
2017
8 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
28 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
337
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Strope RD (SR4023) over North Fork Cross Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Strope RD (SR4023) over North Fork Cross Creek in Washington County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 2017, so it is 8 years old, younger than the Pennsylvania average of 54.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 337 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 228 by 2037. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesStrope RD (SR4023)
CrossesNorth Fork Cross Creek
LocationCross Creek Township
RouteState Highway 0
Coordinates40.32164, -80.44211
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: 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 rating59.3 US tons
Inventory rating37.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length28 ft (8.5 m)
Longest span24 ft (7.3 m)
Deck width34 ft (10.3 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic337 (2024)
Projected traffic228 by 2037
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byPrivate (other than railroad)
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Strope RD (SR4023) over North Fork Cross Creek built?

It was built in 2017, making it 8 years old in 2025.

What condition is Strope RD (SR4023) over North Fork Cross Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in October 2023.

How much traffic does Strope RD (SR4023) over North Fork Cross Creek carry?

About 337 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Strope RD (SR4023) over North Fork Cross Creek?

The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.

Who owns Strope RD (SR4023) over North Fork Cross Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency and maintained by the Private (other than railroad).