US Bridges

SR 4048 over Branch of Pine Run

Fair

Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania · Allegheny Township · Structure no. 000000000036747

Built
1969
56 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
25 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
5,703
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 4048 over Branch of Pine Run is a concrete slab carrying SR 4048 over Branch of Pine Run in Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 5,703 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,808 by 2032. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 4048
CrossesBranch of Pine Run
LocationAllegheny Township
RouteState Highway 0
CountyWestmoreland County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.59635, -79.63139
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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection5 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 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 rating63.1 US tons
Inventory rating37 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length25 ft (7.6 m)
Longest span22 ft (6.7 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.4 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,703 (2024)
Projected traffic6,808 by 2032
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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$64,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 4048 over Branch of Pine Run built?

It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 4048 over Branch of Pine 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 4048 over Branch of Pine Run carry?

About 5,703 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is SR 4048 over Branch of Pine Run?

The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.7 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns SR 4048 over Branch of Pine Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.