US Bridges

Pa 851; SR 0851 over W Br of Deer Creek

Fair

York County, Pennsylvania · 1 Mi.W. of Stewwartstown · Structure no. 000000000037630

Built
1961
64 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
9,299
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Pa 851; SR 0851 over W Br of Deer Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Pa 851; SR 0851 over W Br of Deer Creek in York County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 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 9,299 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,248 by 2032. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

Location

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CarriesPa 851; SR 0851
CrossesW Br of Deer Creek
Location1 Mi.W. of Stewwartstown
RouteState Highway 851
CountyYork County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates39.75697, -76.61052
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: 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 rating47 US tons
Inventory rating28 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span21 ft (6.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,299 (2024)
Projected traffic12,248 by 2032
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 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$133,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Pa 851; SR 0851 over W Br of Deer Creek built?

It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pa 851; SR 0851 over W Br of Deer Creek 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does Pa 851; SR 0851 over W Br of Deer Creek carry?

About 9,299 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is Pa 851; SR 0851 over W Br of Deer Creek?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.4 m).

Who owns Pa 851; SR 0851 over W Br of Deer Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.