US Bridges

SR 981 over Wolford Run

Good

Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania · Bell Township · Structure no. 000000000039973

Built
1997
28 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2021
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
20 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,909
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 981 over Wolford Run is a concrete culvert carrying SR 981 over Wolford Run in Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 years old, younger than the Pennsylvania average of 54.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 2,909 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,288 by 2032. The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesSR 981
CrossesWolford Run
LocationBell Township
RouteState Highway 981
Coordinates40.51765, -79.49678
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2021
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
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 25 or greater
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 traffic2,909 (2023)
Projected traffic3,288 by 2032
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 981 over Wolford Run built?

It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 981 over Wolford Run in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in July 2021.

How much traffic does SR 981 over Wolford Run carry?

About 2,909 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is SR 981 over Wolford Run?

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

Who owns SR 981 over Wolford Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.