US Bridges

SR 0031 over Indian Creek

Fair

Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania · Donegal Township · Structure no. 000000000035986

Built
1941
84 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
59 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
4,068
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 0031 over Indian Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 0031 over Indian Creek in Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1941, so it is 84 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 4,068 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,129 by 2032. The structure is 59 ft (18 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 0031
CrossesIndian Creek
LocationDonegal Township
RouteState Highway 31
CountyWestmoreland County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.08786, -79.33494
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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; scour within limits of footing or piles
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 + Mod
Structure length59 ft (18 m)
Longest span59 ft (18 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,068 (2024)
Projected traffic5,129 by 2032
Trucks17%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.9 mi (24 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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$750,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 0031 over Indian Creek built?

It was built in 1941, making it 84 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 0031 over Indian 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 0031 over Indian Creek carry?

About 4,068 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.

How long is SR 0031 over Indian Creek?

The structure is 59 ft (18 m) long with a longest span of 59 ft (18 m).

Who owns SR 0031 over Indian Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.