US Bridges

Coraopolis Br over Ohio R Bk Chn;csx Rr;rd

Good

Allegheny County, Pennsylvania · OB02 Coraopolis-Nev Isl · Structure no. 000000000002574

Built
1995
30 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
1,110 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
14,000
2005 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Coraopolis Br over Ohio R Bk Chn;csx Rr;rd is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Coraopolis Br over Ohio R Bk Chn;csx Rr;rd in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 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 14,000 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,400 by 2025. The structure is 1,110 ft (338.3 m) long and 52 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesCoraopolis Br
CrossesOhio R Bk Chn;csx Rr;rd
LocationOB02 Coraopolis-Nev Isl
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyAllegheny County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.51628, -80.1518
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating65 US tons
Inventory rating39 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length1,110 ft (338.3 m)
Longest span355 ft (108.2 m)
Deck width52 ft (15.7 m)
Roadway width42 ft (12.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,000 (2005)
Projected traffic15,400 by 2025
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway, waterway and railroad
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was Coraopolis Br over Ohio R Bk Chn;csx Rr;rd built?

It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.

What condition is Coraopolis Br over Ohio R Bk Chn;csx Rr;rd 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 Coraopolis Br over Ohio R Bk Chn;csx Rr;rd carry?

About 14,000 vehicles per day (2005 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is Coraopolis Br over Ohio R Bk Chn;csx Rr;rd?

The structure is 1,110 ft (338.3 m) long with a longest span of 355 ft (108.2 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.

Who owns Coraopolis Br over Ohio R Bk Chn;csx Rr;rd?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.