US Bridges

Raymond Shafer Hw over Pitt-Ind RR Robinson Ru

Good

Allegheny County, Pennsylvania · .25 Mi.South of Ewing RD · Structure no. 000000000000869

Built
1972
53 years old, rebuilt 2006
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
607 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
39,428
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Raymond Shafer Hw over Pitt-Ind RR Robinson Ru is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Raymond Shafer Hw over Pitt-Ind RR Robinson Ru in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1972 and reconstructed in 2006, so it is 53 years old, younger than the Pennsylvania average of 54.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 39,428 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 29,995 by 2032. The structure is 607 ft (185 m) long and 49 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesRaymond Shafer Hw
CrossesPitt-Ind RR Robinson Ru
Location.25 Mi.South of Ewing RD
RouteInterstate 79
Coordinates40.39975, -80.106
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating79 US tons
Inventory rating47 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length607 ft (185 m)
Longest span130 ft (39.6 m)
Deck width49 ft (14.8 m)
Roadway width45 ft (13.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic39,428 (2024)
Projected traffic29,995 by 2032
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad and waterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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$4.2 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Raymond Shafer Hw over Pitt-Ind RR Robinson Ru built?

It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2006.

What condition is Raymond Shafer Hw over Pitt-Ind RR Robinson Ru in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in September 2024.

How much traffic does Raymond Shafer Hw over Pitt-Ind RR Robinson Ru carry?

About 39,428 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Raymond Shafer Hw over Pitt-Ind RR Robinson Ru?

The structure is 607 ft (185 m) long with a longest span of 130 ft (39.6 m) and a deck 49 ft wide.

Who owns Raymond Shafer Hw over Pitt-Ind RR Robinson Ru?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.