US Bridges

SR 0981 over Union Run

Fair

Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania · Derry Township · Structure no. 000000000036316

Built
1947
78 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
46 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
8,654
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 0981 over Union Run is a concrete culvert carrying SR 0981 over Union Run in Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1947, so it is 78 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 8,654 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,434 by 2032. The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

CarriesSR 0981
CrossesUnion Run
LocationDerry Township
RouteState Highway 981
Coordinates40.34857, -79.37921
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.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 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 rating99 US tons
Inventory rating98.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length46 ft (14 m)
Longest span40 ft (12.2 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,654 (2024)
Projected traffic7,434 by 2032
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 0981 over Union Run built?

It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 0981 over Union 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 Union Run carry?

About 8,654 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is SR 0981 over Union Run?

The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m).

Who owns SR 0981 over Union Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.