US Bridges

Pa 177; SR 0177 over Bennett Run

Fair

York County, Pennsylvania · Lewisberry Boro · Structure no. 000000000037497

Built
1968
57 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
30 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
4,245
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Pa 177; SR 0177 over Bennett Run is a concrete slab carrying Pa 177; SR 0177 over Bennett Run in York County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 4,245 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,919 by 2032. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesPa 177; SR 0177
CrossesBennett Run
LocationLewisberry Boro
RouteState Highway 177
Coordinates40.13253, -76.86198
Functional classUrban 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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75.9 US tons
Inventory rating46 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length30 ft (9.1 m)
Longest span29 ft (8.8 m)
Deck width48 ft (14.6 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,245 (2024)
Projected traffic5,919 by 2032
Trucks4%
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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Pa 177; SR 0177 over Bennett Run built?

It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pa 177; SR 0177 over Bennett 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does Pa 177; SR 0177 over Bennett Run carry?

About 4,245 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Pa 177; SR 0177 over Bennett Run?

The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 29 ft (8.8 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.

Who owns Pa 177; SR 0177 over Bennett Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.