US Bridges

Ohio River Bl over Toms Run

Fair

Allegheny County, Pennsylvania · Kilbuck Twp. Dixmont Hosp · Structure no. 000000000000840

Built
1931
94 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
26,829
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ohio River Bl over Toms Run is a concrete culvert carrying Ohio River Bl over Toms Run in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1931, so it is 94 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 26,829 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 23,156 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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CarriesOhio River Bl
CrossesToms Run
LocationKilbuck Twp. Dixmont Hosp
RouteState Highway 65
CountyAllegheny County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.51512, -80.11857
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMay 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
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating54 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic26,829 (2024)
Projected traffic23,156 by 2032
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 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$80,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Ohio River Bl over Toms Run built?

It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ohio River Bl over Toms 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does Ohio River Bl over Toms Run carry?

About 26,829 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Ohio River Bl over Toms Run?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Ohio River Bl over Toms Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.