US Bridges

T622 Bell Point RD over Beaver Run

PoorPosted for load

Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania · 1000 South of SR 66 · Structure no. 000000000036978

Built
1920
105 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected November 2024
Type
Arch - Deck
Concrete
Length
57 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
100
2012 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

T622 Bell Point RD over Beaver Run is a concrete arch - deck carrying T622 Bell Point RD over Beaver Run in Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1920, so it is 105 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 100 vehicles a day, projected to reach 100 by 2032. The structure is 57 ft (17.4 m) long and 18 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

CarriesT622 Bell Point RD
CrossesBeaver Run
Location1000 South of SR 66
RouteCity Street 0T811
Coordinates40.57081, -79.56819
Functional classRural Local

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
Superstructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating40 US tons
Inventory rating24 US tons

Structure

Structure typeArch - Deck
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadH 15
Structure length57 ft (17.4 m)
Longest span57 ft (17.4 m)
Deck width18 ft (5.6 m)
Roadway width16 ft (4.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic100 (2012)
Projected traffic100 by 2032
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerTown or Township Highway Agency
Maintained byTown or Township 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$96,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was T622 Bell Point RD over Beaver Run built?

It was built in 1920, making it 105 years old in 2025.

What condition is T622 Bell Point RD over Beaver 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does T622 Bell Point RD over Beaver Run carry?

About 100 vehicles per day (2012 count).

How long is T622 Bell Point RD over Beaver Run?

The structure is 57 ft (17.4 m) long with a longest span of 57 ft (17.4 m) and a deck 18 ft wide.

Who owns T622 Bell Point RD over Beaver Run?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.