US Bridges

SR 0065 SH over Tunnel Reedsdale- Ridge

Fair

Allegheny County, Pennsylvania · Reedsdale Rp. to Ridge Av · Structure no. 000000000000803

Built
1968
57 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
34 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
48,304
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 0065 SH over Tunnel Reedsdale- Ridge is a concrete culvert carrying SR 0065 SH over Tunnel Reedsdale- Ridge in Allegheny 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 6 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 48,304 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 43,632 by 2032. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 0065 SH
CrossesTunnel Reedsdale- Ridge
LocationReedsdale Rp. to Ridge Av
RouteState Highway 65
CountyAllegheny County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.44877, -80.01455
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating54 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length34 ft (10.4 m)
Longest span34 ft (10.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic48,304 (2024)
Projected traffic43,632 by 2032
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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$389,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 0065 SH over Tunnel Reedsdale- Ridge built?

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

What condition is SR 0065 SH over Tunnel Reedsdale- Ridge 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does SR 0065 SH over Tunnel Reedsdale- Ridge carry?

About 48,304 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is SR 0065 SH over Tunnel Reedsdale- Ridge?

The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.4 m).

Who owns SR 0065 SH over Tunnel Reedsdale- Ridge?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.