US Bridges

SR 4037 over Branch of Brush Run

Fair

Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania · Penn Township · Structure no. 000000000036737

Built
1939
86 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
20 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,974
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 4037 over Branch of Brush Run is a concrete culvert carrying SR 4037 over Branch of Brush Run in Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1939, so it is 86 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 1,974 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,162 by 2032. The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 4037
CrossesBranch of Brush Run
LocationPenn Township
RouteState Highway 0
CountyWestmoreland County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.36643, -79.6104
Functional classUrban 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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
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 adequacy9: Superior to present desirable 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 loadH 20
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 traffic1,974 (2024)
Projected traffic2,162 by 2032
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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$150,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 4037 over Branch of Brush Run built?

It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 4037 over Branch of Brush 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does SR 4037 over Branch of Brush Run carry?

About 1,974 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is SR 4037 over Branch of Brush Run?

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

Who owns SR 4037 over Branch of Brush Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.