US Bridges

Private Access RD over Flaugherty Run

FairPosted for load

Allegheny County, Pennsylvania · FU07 Off Flaugherty Run R · Structure no. 000000000002120

Built
1934
91 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
45 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
40
2005 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Private Access RD over Flaugherty Run is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Private Access RD over Flaugherty Run in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1934, so it is 91 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 40 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 50 by 2023. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long and 11 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

CarriesPrivate Access RD
CrossesFlaugherty Run
LocationFU07 Off Flaugherty Run R
Coordinates40.55115, -80.21895
Functional classUrban Local

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.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating25 US tons
Inventory rating15 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length45 ft (13.7 m)
Longest span42 ft (12.8 m)
Deck width11 ft (3.5 m)
Roadway width10 ft (2.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic40 (2005)
Projected traffic50 by 2023
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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$55,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Private Access RD over Flaugherty Run built?

It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025.

What condition is Private Access RD over Flaugherty Run 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does Private Access RD over Flaugherty Run carry?

About 40 vehicles per day (2005 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Private Access RD over Flaugherty Run?

The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 42 ft (12.8 m) and a deck 11 ft wide.

Who owns Private Access RD over Flaugherty Run?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.