US Bridges

Ohio River Blvd over Big Sewickley Creek

Fair

Allegheny County, Pennsylvania · 0.1 MI NW of Cross ST · Structure no. 000000000000850

Built
1946
79 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
40 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
20,496
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ohio River Blvd over Big Sewickley Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Ohio River Blvd over Big Sewickley Creek in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1946, so it is 79 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 20,496 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 24,895 by 2032. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesOhio River Blvd
CrossesBig Sewickley Creek
Location0.1 MI NW of Cross ST
RouteState Highway 65
CountyAllegheny County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.57761, -80.22339
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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
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 spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length40 ft (12.2 m)
Longest span40 ft (12.2 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic20,496 (2024)
Projected traffic24,895 by 2032
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
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$151,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Ohio River Blvd over Big Sewickley Creek built?

It was built in 1946, making it 79 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ohio River Blvd over Big Sewickley 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does Ohio River Blvd over Big Sewickley Creek carry?

About 20,496 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Ohio River Blvd over Big Sewickley Creek?

The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m).

Who owns Ohio River Blvd over Big Sewickley Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.