US Bridges

SR 0070 over Cedar Creek

Fair

Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania · Rostraver Township · Structure no. 000000000036047

Built
1954
71 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
20 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
32,992
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 0070 over Cedar Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 0070 over Cedar Creek in Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 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 6 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 32,992 vehicles a day, roughly 29% of them trucks, projected to reach 36,337 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 0070
CrossesCedar Creek
LocationRostraver Township
RouteInterstate 70
CountyWestmoreland County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.15389, -79.78034
Functional classUrban 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.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating49.1 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
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 traffic32,992 (2024)
Projected traffic36,337 by 2032
Trucks29%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 0070 over Cedar Creek built?

It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 0070 over Cedar 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does SR 0070 over Cedar Creek carry?

About 32,992 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 29% are trucks.

How long is SR 0070 over Cedar Creek?

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

Who owns SR 0070 over Cedar Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.