Belle Vernon Bridge

Belle Vernon Bridge is a steel through arch bridge that spans the Monongahela River in Rostraver Township. It connects Washington and Westmoreland counties with four traffic lanes and features a central span of about 137 meters (450 feet).

Fort Pitt Bridge Works of Pittsburgh built this structure in 1951 to replace an older low-level bridge. It succeeded the previous connection between Pennsylvania Route 88 and Route 906.

The bridge displays construction methods from the mid-20th century with its solid box beams and riveted joints, showing how transportation infrastructure changed in Pennsylvania. It stands as a physical record of the region's industrial development.

The bridge carries thousands of vehicles daily on Interstate 70, connecting North Belle Vernon to Speers. Visitors should expect steady traffic and the best time to view or cross is outside rush hours.

This bridge is one of only three structures of its type in Pennsylvania's transportation network with a rare design approach. Its continuous arch system is remarkable for engineers and seldom seen on bridges of this size.

Location: Pennsylvania

Inception: 1951

Official opening: 1951

GPS coordinates: 40.12700,-79.87800

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:45