Pa 281 over Laurel Hill Creek

Fair Condition91 years old1,259 vehicles/day

Location

StatePennsylvania
CountySomerset
LocationConfluence Borough
CarriesPa 281
CrossesLaurel Hill Creek
Coordinates39.81392, -79.35542

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure8 (Very Good)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway5 (Fair)
Scour Critical4 — Foundations need monitoring

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length128.0 ft (39 m)
Max Span63.0 ft (19.2 m)
Deck Width32.2 ft (9.8 m)
Deck Area382.2 sq m
Main Spans2
Year Built1935 (reconstructed 2010)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic1,259 (2024)
Truck Traffic8%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection924
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000000031433

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