US Bridges

SR 0981 over Repko Run

Poor

Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania · New Alexandria Borough · Structure no. 000000000036318

Built
1947
78 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
28 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
8,006
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 0981 over Repko Run is a concrete culvert carrying SR 0981 over Repko 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 poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

It carries about 8,006 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,761 by 2032. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 0981
CrossesRepko Run
LocationNew Alexandria Borough
RouteState Highway 981
CountyWestmoreland County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.47403, -79.44968
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length28 ft (8.5 m)
Longest span28 ft (8.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,006 (2024)
Projected traffic4,761 by 2032
Trucks12%
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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$477,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 0981 over Repko Run built?

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

What condition is SR 0981 over Repko Run in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in July 2023.

How much traffic does SR 0981 over Repko Run carry?

About 8,006 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is SR 0981 over Repko Run?

The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.5 m).

Who owns SR 0981 over Repko Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.