US Bridges

SR 0981 over Barren Run

Fair

Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania · South Huntingdon Township · Structure no. 000000000036289

Built
1931
94 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
25 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,589
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 0981 over Barren Run is a concrete culvert carrying SR 0981 over Barren Run in Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1931, so it is 94 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 2,589 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,653 by 2032. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 0981
CrossesBarren Run
LocationSouth Huntingdon Township
RouteState Highway 981
CountyWestmoreland County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.15639, -79.74218
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: 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 rating83 US tons
Inventory rating50 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length25 ft (7.6 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 traffic2,589 (2024)
Projected traffic3,653 by 2032
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 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$285,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 0981 over Barren Run built?

It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 0981 over Barren 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does SR 0981 over Barren Run carry?

About 2,589 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is SR 0981 over Barren Run?

The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m).

Who owns SR 0981 over Barren Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.