US Bridges

SR 0217 over Branch of Mcgee Run

Fair

Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania · Derry Township · Structure no. 000000000036163

Built
1968
57 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
25 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
3,860
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 0217 over Branch of Mcgee Run is a concrete slab carrying SR 0217 over Branch of Mcgee Run in Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 3,860 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,092 by 2032. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 39.8 mi (64 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 0217
CrossesBranch of Mcgee Run
LocationDerry Township
RouteState Highway 217
CountyWestmoreland County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.35539, -79.27902
Functional classUrban 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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating71 US tons
Inventory rating43 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length25 ft (7.6 m)
Longest span24 ft (7.3 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.3 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,860 (2024)
Projected traffic7,092 by 2032
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed39.8 mi (64 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$238,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 0217 over Branch of Mcgee Run built?

It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 0217 over Branch of Mcgee Run 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does SR 0217 over Branch of Mcgee Run carry?

About 3,860 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is SR 0217 over Branch of Mcgee Run?

The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns SR 0217 over Branch of Mcgee Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.