Ambridge-Aliq Br over Ohio River 2 RR
FairPosted for loadBeaver County, Pennsylvania · Ambridge-Aliquippa SP 2-9 · Structure no. 000000000003894
- Built
- 1927
- 98 years old, rebuilt 2013
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Truss - Thru
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 1,907 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 22,500
- 2019 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ambridge-Aliq Br over Ohio River 2 RR is a steel continuous truss - thru carrying Ambridge-Aliq Br over Ohio River 2 RR in Beaver County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1927 and reconstructed in 2013, so it is 98 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 22,500 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 25,000 by 2041. The structure is 1,907 ft (581.3 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ambridge-Aliq Br over Ohio River 2 RR built?
It was built in 1927, making it 98 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2013.
What condition is Ambridge-Aliq Br over Ohio River 2 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does Ambridge-Aliq Br over Ohio River 2 RR carry?
About 22,500 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is Ambridge-Aliq Br over Ohio River 2 RR?
The structure is 1,907 ft (581.3 m) long with a longest span of 530 ft (161.5 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.
Who owns Ambridge-Aliq Br over Ohio River 2 RR?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.