US Bridges

Wexford Run RD over SR 0079 NB SB

Good

Allegheny County, Pennsylvania · Wexford Run Road · Structure no. 000000000002002

Built
1974
51 years old, rebuilt 2022
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
241 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,454
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Wexford Run RD over SR 0079 NB SB is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Wexford Run RD over SR 0079 NB SB in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1974 and reconstructed in 2022, so it is 51 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 2,454 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,930 by 2032. The structure is 241 ft (73.5 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesWexford Run RD
CrossesSR 0079 NB SB
LocationWexford Run Road
RouteState Highway 0
CountyAllegheny County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.64173, -80.09736
Functional classUrban Local

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 inspectionOctober 2023
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 alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating57 US tons
Inventory rating34 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length241 ft (73.5 m)
Longest span130 ft (39.6 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width42 ft (12.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,454 (2024)
Projected traffic1,930 by 2032
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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$218,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Wexford Run RD over SR 0079 NB SB built?

It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2022.

What condition is Wexford Run RD over SR 0079 NB SB 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 Wexford Run RD over SR 0079 NB SB carry?

About 2,454 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Wexford Run RD over SR 0079 NB SB?

The structure is 241 ft (73.5 m) long with a longest span of 130 ft (39.6 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns Wexford Run RD over SR 0079 NB SB?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.