US Bridges

Neville Island Brg over CSX RR NS RR Ohio River

Good

Allegheny County, Pennsylvania · Neville Island Bridge · Structure no. 000000000000897

Built
1976
49 years old, rebuilt 2010
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Arch - Thru
Steel
Length
4,544 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
56,299
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Neville Island Brg over CSX RR NS RR Ohio River is a steel arch - thru carrying Neville Island Brg over CSX RR NS RR Ohio River in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1976 and reconstructed in 2010, so it is 49 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 56,299 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 39,913 by 2032. The structure is 4,544 ft (1,385 m) long and 81 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

CarriesNeville Island Brg
CrossesCSX RR NS RR Ohio River
LocationNeville Island Bridge
RouteInterstate 79
Coordinates40.50647, -80.13712
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating53 US tons
Inventory rating31 US tons

Structure

Structure typeArch - Thru
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1 (+26 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length4,544 ft (1,385 m)
Longest span750 ft (228.6 m)
Deck width81 ft (24.7 m)
Roadway width74 ft (22.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deck17 ft (5.3 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic56,299 (2024)
Projected traffic39,913 by 2032
Trucks23%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway, waterway and railroad
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 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$7.2 million
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was Neville Island Brg over CSX RR NS RR Ohio River built?

It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2010.

What condition is Neville Island Brg over CSX RR NS RR Ohio River 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does Neville Island Brg over CSX RR NS RR Ohio River carry?

About 56,299 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.

How long is Neville Island Brg over CSX RR NS RR Ohio River?

The structure is 4,544 ft (1,385 m) long with a longest span of 750 ft (228.6 m) and a deck 81 ft wide.

Who owns Neville Island Brg over CSX RR NS RR Ohio River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.