US Bridges

Raymond E Wilt Hw over I-279 - Hov Lane

Good

Allegheny County, Pennsylvania · Over Hov Lane @ Park&ride · Structure no. 000000000001078

Built
1987
38 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
100 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
30,170
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Raymond E Wilt Hw over I-279 - Hov Lane is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Raymond E Wilt Hw over I-279 - Hov Lane in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 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 30,170 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 27,364 by 2032. The structure is 100 ft (30.5 m) long and 58 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesRaymond E Wilt Hw
CrossesI-279 - Hov Lane
LocationOver Hov Lane @ Park&ride
RouteInterstate 279
Coordinates40.50586, -80.03093
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
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating72.1 US tons
Inventory rating40.3 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length100 ft (30.5 m)
Longest span90 ft (27.4 m)
Deck width58 ft (17.7 m)
Roadway width55 ft (16.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic30,170 (2024)
Projected traffic27,364 by 2032
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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$149,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Raymond E Wilt Hw over I-279 - Hov Lane built?

It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.

What condition is Raymond E Wilt Hw over I-279 - Hov Lane 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does Raymond E Wilt Hw over I-279 - Hov Lane carry?

About 30,170 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Raymond E Wilt Hw over I-279 - Hov Lane?

The structure is 100 ft (30.5 m) long with a longest span of 90 ft (27.4 m) and a deck 58 ft wide.

Who owns Raymond E Wilt Hw over I-279 - Hov Lane?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.