Neville Island Bridge

Neville Island Bridge is a highway bridge crossing the Ohio River with a steel tied-arch design that allows large vessels to pass beneath it. The structure carries traffic across the river as a key connection in the regional road network.

Construction finished in 1976 as an important link in the regional infrastructure network. It was originally named to honor a local wartime industry that played a significant role in the community.

The bridge received its initial name, Pittsburgh Naval & Shipbuilders Memorial Bridge, recognizing the local maritime industry from 1941 to 1945.

The bridge is an active roadway and remains well-maintained for daily traffic and river navigation. Best views of the structure come from the riverbank areas or nearby roads rather than from the bridge itself.

The structure experienced a critical incident in 1977 when a welding failure caused structural sag that required emergency repairs. This event led to improvements in maintenance procedures and structural monitoring practices.

Location: Allegheny County

Official opening: 1976

GPS coordinates: 40.51330,-80.13470

Latest update: December 13, 2025 12:25