US Bridges

SR 0070 over SR 2040 NS R/R Pigeon Ck

Good

Washington County, Pennsylvania · 0.5 MI E from SR 0917 · Structure no. 000000000054952

Built
2018
7 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2021
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
347 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
31,419
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 0070 over SR 2040 NS R/R Pigeon Ck is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 0070 over SR 2040 NS R/R Pigeon Ck in Washington County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 2018, so it is 7 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 31,419 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 32,000 by 2038. The structure is 347 ft (105.8 m) long and 109 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

CarriesSR 0070
CrossesSR 2040 NS R/R Pigeon Ck
Location0.5 MI E from SR 0917
RouteInterstate 70
Coordinates40.13361, -79.99833
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionAugust 2021
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating51.8 US tons
Inventory rating40 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length347 ft (105.8 m)
Longest span151 ft (46 m)
Deck width109 ft (33.3 m)
Roadway width53 ft (16.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic31,419 (2024)
Projected traffic32,000 by 2038
Trucks24%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway, waterway and railroad
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
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 SR 0070 over SR 2040 NS R/R Pigeon Ck built?

It was built in 2018, making it 7 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 0070 over SR 2040 NS R/R Pigeon Ck 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 August 2021.

How much traffic does SR 0070 over SR 2040 NS R/R Pigeon Ck carry?

About 31,419 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.

How long is SR 0070 over SR 2040 NS R/R Pigeon Ck?

The structure is 347 ft (105.8 m) long with a longest span of 151 ft (46 m) and a deck 109 ft wide.

Who owns SR 0070 over SR 2040 NS R/R Pigeon Ck?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.