US Bridges

Wilpen RD (SR1017) over Branch of Hannas Run

Good

Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania · Ligonier Township · Structure no. 000000000054049

Built
2017
8 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
319
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Wilpen RD (SR1017) over Branch of Hannas Run is a concrete culvert carrying Wilpen RD (SR1017) over Branch of Hannas Run in Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 2017, so it is 8 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 319 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 335 by 2037. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesWilpen RD (SR1017)
CrossesBranch of Hannas Run
LocationLigonier Township
RouteState Highway 0
CountyWestmoreland County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.27544, -79.20417
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry5: 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 rating64.6 US tons
Inventory rating40.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.1 m)
Deck width29 ft (8.7 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic319 (2024)
Projected traffic335 by 2037
Trucks6%
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 byPrivate (other than railroad)
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 Wilpen RD (SR1017) over Branch of Hannas Run built?

It was built in 2017, making it 8 years old in 2025.

What condition is Wilpen RD (SR1017) over Branch of Hannas 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does Wilpen RD (SR1017) over Branch of Hannas Run carry?

About 319 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is Wilpen RD (SR1017) over Branch of Hannas Run?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.

Who owns Wilpen RD (SR1017) over Branch of Hannas Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency and maintained by the Private (other than railroad).