US Bridges

Allegheny River Bl over Abandoned RR

Fair

Allegheny County, Pennsylvania · 1 1/2 Miles E. of Pa 8 · Structure no. 000000000041066

Built
1931
94 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2023
Type
Frame
Concrete
Length
62 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
21,000
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Allegheny River Bl over Abandoned RR is a concrete frame carrying Allegheny River Bl over Abandoned RR in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1931, so it is 94 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 21,000 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 24,728 by 2032. The structure is 62 ft (18.9 m) long and 54 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

Location

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CarriesAllegheny River Bl
CrossesAbandoned RR
Location1 1/2 Miles E. of Pa 8
RouteState Highway 130
CountyAllegheny County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.48142, -79.88369
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJanuary 2023
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 geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating54 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeFrame
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length62 ft (18.9 m)
Longest span62 ft (18.9 m)
Deck width54 ft (16.5 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic21,000 (2024)
Projected traffic24,728 by 2032
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesOther
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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$446,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Allegheny River Bl over Abandoned RR built?

It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025.

What condition is Allegheny River Bl over Abandoned RR 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 January 2023.

How much traffic does Allegheny River Bl over Abandoned RR carry?

About 21,000 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is Allegheny River Bl over Abandoned RR?

The structure is 62 ft (18.9 m) long with a longest span of 62 ft (18.9 m) and a deck 54 ft wide.

Who owns Allegheny River Bl over Abandoned RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.