US Bridges

Bakerstown RD over CSX Railroad

Fair

Allegheny County, Pennsylvania · 1/4 Mi. East of SR 4076 · Structure no. 000000000002013

Built
1977
48 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
184 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
5,918
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Bakerstown RD over CSX Railroad is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Bakerstown RD over CSX Railroad in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 years old, younger 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 5,918 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,117 by 2032. The structure is 184 ft (56.1 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesBakerstown RD
CrossesCSX Railroad
Location1/4 Mi. East of SR 4076
RouteState Highway 0
CountyAllegheny County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.65796, -79.97182
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating73 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length184 ft (56.1 m)
Longest span180 ft (54.9 m)
Deck width37 ft (11.4 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,918 (2024)
Projected traffic8,117 by 2032
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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$473,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Bakerstown RD over CSX Railroad built?

It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.

What condition is Bakerstown RD over CSX Railroad 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does Bakerstown RD over CSX Railroad carry?

About 5,918 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is Bakerstown RD over CSX Railroad?

The structure is 184 ft (56.1 m) long with a longest span of 180 ft (54.9 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.

Who owns Bakerstown RD over CSX Railroad?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.