Donora-Webster Bridge

The Donora-Webster Bridge was a steel truss structure spanning the Monongahela River between Donora Borough and Webster, serving vehicle traffic across the waterway. The bridge connected road networks on both banks that linked these two communities.

The structure was built in 1908 originally for railroad traffic, then redesigned in 1938 to support automobile crossing as well. This conversion made it a key route for vehicle movement between the two communities.

The bridge gained recognition on the National Register of Historic Places in 1988 for its engineering design and role in regional transportation development.

The bridge was open to public vehicle traffic beginning in 1938 and provided a direct crossing between both communities. The structure no longer stands today after being demolished in 2015.

The bridge's removal was a complex operation involving the extraction of over 700 tons of steel while railroad lines beneath remained active. Special protective systems underneath the structure helped safeguard the active rail operations during demolition.

Location: Donora

Location: Webster

Official opening: 1908

GPS coordinates: 40.18417,-79.85222

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:25