The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced today a weight limit has been established on the bridge that carries Route 27 over Matthews Run in Sugar Grove Township, Warren County.

The bridge has not previously had a weight restriction. The new restriction will limit the weight crossing it to 24 tons or 35 tons for combination loads. Vehicles exceeding the posted weight limit are required to use alternate routes.

The weight restriction was implemented after a routine inspection uncovered deterioration to the 32-foot concrete structure.

Creating the weight restriction will reduce strain on the bridge and will preserve safety until repairs or a replacement can occur. Work on the bridge in anticipated to occur in 2025.

The bridge was built in 1931 and is classified as poor condition. Approximately 1,100 vehicles use the bridge daily, on average.

A listing of northwest bridges posted with weight restrictions is available at www.penndot.pa.gov/district1.  

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511PA is also available through a smartphone application for iPhone and Android devices, by calling 5-1-1, or by following regional Twitter alerts accessible on the 511PA website.

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