US Bridges

SR 0022 over Whitethorn Creek

Fair

Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania · Salem Township · Structure no. 000000000035912

Built
1949
76 years old, rebuilt 1995
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
40 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
21,415
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 0022 over Whitethorn Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 0022 over Whitethorn Creek in Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1949 and reconstructed in 1995, so it is 76 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 21,415 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,832 by 2032. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 0022
CrossesWhitethorn Creek
LocationSalem Township
RouteU.S. Route 22
CountyWestmoreland County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.39697, -79.47942
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
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 rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length40 ft (12.2 m)
Longest span32 ft (9.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic21,415 (2023)
Projected traffic19,832 by 2032
Trucks22%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$333,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 0022 over Whitethorn Creek built?

It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1995.

What condition is SR 0022 over Whitethorn Creek 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does SR 0022 over Whitethorn Creek carry?

About 21,415 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.

How long is SR 0022 over Whitethorn Creek?

The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 32 ft (9.8 m).

Who owns SR 0022 over Whitethorn Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.