US Bridges

T398 Old Route 30 over Slate Creek

Good

Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania · 0.66 MI SE of SR30 · Structure no. 000000000047734

Built
2012
13 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
29 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
6,020
2024 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

T398 Old Route 30 over Slate Creek is a concrete culvert carrying T398 Old Route 30 over Slate Creek in Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 2012, so it is 13 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 6,020 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,650 by 2044. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long and 153 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesT398 Old Route 30
CrossesSlate Creek
Location0.66 MI SE of SR30
RouteCity Street T0398
Coordinates40.2987, -79.49582
Functional classUrban 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 protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating63.9 US tons
Inventory rating40.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHL 93
Structure length29 ft (8.8 m)
Longest span13 ft (4 m)
Deck width153 ft (46.6 m)
Roadway width60 ft (18.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,020 (2024)
Projected traffic6,650 by 2044
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

OwnerTown or Township Highway Agency
Maintained byTown or Township Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was T398 Old Route 30 over Slate Creek built?

It was built in 2012, making it 13 years old in 2025.

What condition is T398 Old Route 30 over Slate Creek 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does T398 Old Route 30 over Slate Creek carry?

About 6,020 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is T398 Old Route 30 over Slate Creek?

The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m) and a deck 153 ft wide.

Who owns T398 Old Route 30 over Slate Creek?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.