Lincoln Av over Washington Blvd (rt 8)
FairAllegheny County, Pennsylvania · 048 Lincoln Ave Bridge · Structure no. 000000000002420
- Built
- 1905
- 120 years old, rebuilt 1979
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Masonry
- Length
- 300 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,850
- 2021 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Lincoln Av over Washington Blvd (rt 8) is a masonry arch - deck carrying Lincoln Av over Washington Blvd (rt 8) in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1905 and reconstructed in 1979, so it is 120 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 7,850 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,700 by 2043. The structure is 300 ft (91.4 m) long and 49 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Lincoln Av over Washington Blvd (rt 8) built?
It was built in 1905, making it 120 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1979.
What condition is Lincoln Av over Washington Blvd (rt 8) 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does Lincoln Av over Washington Blvd (rt 8) carry?
About 7,850 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Lincoln Av over Washington Blvd (rt 8)?
The structure is 300 ft (91.4 m) long with a longest span of 130 ft (39.6 m) and a deck 49 ft wide.
Who owns Lincoln Av over Washington Blvd (rt 8)?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.