Washington Av over N-S RR Waverly Ave Pat
PoorClosed to trafficAllegheny County, Pennsylvania · P09201 Washington Ave Brg · Structure no. 000000000002685
- Built
- 1907
- 118 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Girder and Floorbeam System
- Steel
- Length
- 122 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,000
- 2006 count
- Owner
- Railroad
- Railroad
About this bridge
Washington Av over N-S RR Waverly Ave Pat is a steel girder and floorbeam system carrying Washington Av over N-S RR Waverly Ave Pat in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1907, so it is 118 years old, older than the Pennsylvania average of 54.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: closed to all traffic.
It carries about 4,000 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,000 by 2026. The structure is 122 ft (37.2 m) long and 40 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 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, 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 Washington Av over N-S RR Waverly Ave Pat built?
It was built in 1907, making it 118 years old in 2025.
What condition is Washington Av over N-S RR Waverly Ave Pat in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in September 2024.
How much traffic does Washington Av over N-S RR Waverly Ave Pat carry?
About 4,000 vehicles per day (2006 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Washington Av over N-S RR Waverly Ave Pat?
The structure is 122 ft (37.2 m) long with a longest span of 90 ft (27.4 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns Washington Av over N-S RR Waverly Ave Pat?
It is owned by the Railroad.