Kittanning Citizens Bridge

The Kittanning Citizens Bridge is a steel truss bridge spanning 949 feet across the Allegheny River with three main openings. The structure carries three traffic lanes and two sidewalks along Market Street, connecting Kittanning and West Kittanning.

McClintic-Marshall Company of Pittsburgh built this bridge in 1932 as the fourth crossing structure at this river location. Previous crossings had included covered bridges and iron structures before this steel design was constructed.

The bridge gained attention as a filming location for movies in the 2000s, including The Mothman Prophecies and One for the Money. Its distinctive steel structure attracted filmmakers and brought it into popular culture.

The bridge is accessible by car and on foot, with sidewalks on both sides for safe crossing. When visiting, the structure is best viewed during daylight hours when the steel framework details are most visible.

The bridge features heavy lattice portal bracing and intricate v-lacing in its steel framework, reflecting Pennsylvania standard plan design from the early 20th century. This crafted steel design sets it apart from more modern crossings and shows the engineering standards of that period.

Location: Pennsylvania

Official opening: 1932

GPS coordinates: 40.81250,-79.52260

Latest update: December 12, 2025 14:23