Albert Gallatin Memorial Bridge

The Albert Gallatin Memorial Bridge is a steel structure spanning roughly 810 feet (247 meters) across the Monongahela River, linking Point Marion in Fayette County with Dunkard Township in Greene County. The roadway is 28 feet (8.5 meters) wide and carries Pennsylvania Route 88.

Built in 1930 by the Pittsburgh-Des Moines Steel Company, this cantilever truss bridge replaced a ferry service that had operated at the crossing. The structure brought modern road access to this river crossing.

The bridge honors Albert Gallatin, a politician who made his home nearby at Friendship Hill and shaped the early nation. The naming reflects his importance to the region's identity.

The bridge carries regular car traffic along Pennsylvania Route 88 and connects the two riverbank areas for vehicles traveling between them. Walking across is possible but should be planned carefully due to active traffic.

The bridge features a distinctive design with 20 panels arranged in a Warren through truss pattern, a construction method from the 1930s era. This design detail makes it a notable example of engineering from that period.

Location: Point Marion

Location: Dunkard Township

Inception: 1930

GPS coordinates: 39.73920,-79.90330

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:14