US Bridges

Golden Mile Hw over Abers Creek

Fair

Allegheny County, Pennsylvania · At TR 286 and TR 22 Int · Structure no. 000000000001100

Built
1952
73 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
39 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
19,380
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Golden Mile Hw over Abers Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Golden Mile Hw over Abers Creek in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1952, so it is 73 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 19,380 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 25,078 by 2032. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesGolden Mile Hw
CrossesAbers Creek
LocationAt TR 286 and TR 22 Int
RouteState Highway 286
CountyAllegheny County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.425, -79.73333
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.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal 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 length39 ft (11.9 m)
Longest span39 ft (11.9 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic19,380 (2024)
Projected traffic25,078 by 2032
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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$136,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Golden Mile Hw over Abers Creek built?

It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025.

What condition is Golden Mile Hw over Abers 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does Golden Mile Hw over Abers Creek carry?

About 19,380 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is Golden Mile Hw over Abers Creek?

The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 39 ft (11.9 m).

Who owns Golden Mile Hw over Abers Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.