US Bridges

Pa 74; SR 0074 over Wolf Run

Fair

York County, Pennsylvania · 2.2 Mi.W. of Wellsville · Structure no. 000000000037399

Built
1927
98 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
21 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,244
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Pa 74; SR 0074 over Wolf Run is a concrete slab carrying Pa 74; SR 0074 over Wolf Run in York County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1927, so it is 98 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 5 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 1,244 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,082 by 2032. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesPa 74; SR 0074
CrossesWolf Run
Location2.2 Mi.W. of Wellsville
RouteState Highway 74
CountyYork County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.05191, -76.98062
Functional classRural Major 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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating55 US tons
Inventory rating33 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadH 15
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span18 ft (5.5 m)
Deck width26 ft (7.9 m)
Roadway width22 ft (6.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,244 (2024)
Projected traffic2,082 by 2032
Trucks7%
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 Pa 74; SR 0074 over Wolf Run built?

It was built in 1927, making it 98 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pa 74; SR 0074 over Wolf 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does Pa 74; SR 0074 over Wolf Run carry?

About 1,244 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is Pa 74; SR 0074 over Wolf Run?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 18 ft (5.5 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.

Who owns Pa 74; SR 0074 over Wolf Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.