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McKees Rocks Bridge, Steel trussed arch bridge in McKees Rocks, Pennsylvania, US.

The McKees Rocks Bridge extends 7,293 feet across the Ohio River, connecting Brighton Heights with McKees Rocks through three traffic lanes and steel trusses.

Architect Vernon R. Covell designed this bridge in 1931 to replace the O'Donovan Bridge, marking a substantial improvement in local transportation infrastructure.

The National Register of Historic Places recognized this bridge in 1988 for its role in connecting communities and supporting regional development.

The bridge carries Pennsylvania Route 65 and Route 51 traffic, maintaining a clearance of 100 feet above the Ohio River for water vessels.

The longest bridge in Allegheny County features a 750-foot main span with distinctive steel arch construction techniques from the early twentieth century.

Location: Pennsylvania

Architects: Vernon R. Covell

Official opening: 1931

GPS coordinates: 40.47700,-80.04890

Latest update: September 23, 2025 16:45

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