District 11 Projects - Allegheny County

Millvale Borough Bridges Replacement Project

Lincoln Avenue #7, Grant Avenue #8 & Lincoln Avenue #13

Project Status

Step 2 of 4

Design

Next Step: Construction

Public Outreach

Public Meeting

A in-person public meeting featuring a public plans display and project presentation will take place:

Date: May 21, 2026
Time: 5:30 p.m.
Location: Millvale Borough Community Center, 416 Lincoln Avenue Millvale, PA

The purpose of the meeting is to introduce the project and receive public input regarding any questions or concerns with the project. This is also an opportunity for the public to review and comment on the project’s potential effect upon Cultural Resources pursuant to the Advisory Council on Historic Preservation’s 36 CFR Part 800 regulations implementing Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act.

Public Comment Period

The public comment period, where the community is encouraged to respond with questions and concerns will be from May 21, 2026 through June 18, 2026.

Project Overview

County: Allegheny County
Municipality: Millvale Borough
State Route: N/A
Local Name: Lincoln Avenue & Grant Avenue
Project Type: Bridge Replacement
MPMS Number:
Proposed Construction Start: Spring 2028 (Lincoln #7 and Lincoln #13), Spring 2029 (Grant #8)
Proposed Construction End: Fall 2028 (Lincoln #7 and Lincoln #13), Fall 2029 (Grant #8)
Designer: STV, Inc.
Last Updated: 05/07/2026

Millvale Borough with the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) oversight is currently undergoing preliminary engineering efforts for the replacement of three structurally deficient bridges in Millvale Borough, Allegheny County, PA: Lincoln Avenue Bridge #7, Grant Avenue Bridge #8, and Lincoln Avenue Bridge #13.

The purpose of the project is to provide a sustainable travel ways/crossings over Girty's Run which meet current design standards:

Lincoln Avenue Bridge #7: Currently closed due to its deteriorated condition, which poses safety risks and disrupts connectivity for residents and businesses.
Grant Avenue Bridge #8: Load posted for six tons due to structural concerns, resulting in detours for Pittsburgh Regional Transit routes and emergency vehicles, impacting transportation efficiency.
Lincoln Avenue Bridge #13: Load posted for three tons and sidewalk closed due to deterioration, creating safety risks and limiting reliable access for residents and businesses.

The scope of work will include bridge replacements and minimal roadway approach/ sidewalks reconstructions. The proposed project was developed through various efforts including, but not limited to, structural and geotechnical design, water studies, environmental clearances, surveys, and preliminary Right-of-Way (ROW) activities. At this time, anticipate required Right-of-Way and Temporary Construction Easements needed for proposed structure replacements. Once the Unofficial/Preliminary right-of-way plan is finalized and approved, each property owner that is impacted will be contacted by a real estate specialist/negotiator, to explain their right of way impacts and the right of way acquisition process.

Detour Information

Detour is anticipated for Lincoln #7 and Lincoln #13 (2028 construction year) and Grant #8 (2029 construction year).

FOR TRAFFIC ON THE EAST SIDE OF THE BRIDGE ON LINCOLN AVENUE

EASTBOUND RIGHT OR WESTBOUND LEFT ONTO E SHERMAN STREET
LEFT ONTO GRANT AVENUE
LEFT ONTO E OHIO STREET (ROUTE 4009)
CONTINUE ONTO EVERGREEN AVENUE (ROUTE 4009)
LEFT ONTO KLOPFER STREET
LEFT ONTO NORTH AVENUE
END AT LINCOLN AVENUE

FOR TRAFFIC ON THE WEST SIDE OF THE BRIDGE ON NORTH AVENUE

NORTHBOUND RIGHT OR SOUTHBOUND LEFT ONTO NORTH AVENUE
RIGHT ONTO EVERGREEN AVENUE (ROUTE 4009)
CONTINUE ONTO E OHIO ST (ROUTE 4009)
RIGHT ONTO GRANT AVENUE
RIGHT ONTO E SHERMAN STREET
END AT LINCOLN AVENUE

FOR TRAFFIC ON THE EAST SIDE OF THE BRIDGE ON E OHIO STREET (ROUTE 4009)

NORTHBOUND LEFT OR SOUTHBOUND RIGHT ONTO GRANT STREET
RIGHT ONTO E SHERMAN STREET
END AT LINCOLN AVENUE

FOR TRAFFIC ON THE WEST SIDE OF THE BRIDGE ON LINCOLN AVENUE

EASTBOUND RIGHT OR WESTBOUND LEFT ONTO E. SHERMAN STREET
LEFT ONTO GRANT AVENUE
LEFT ONTO E OHIO ST (ROUTE 4009)
END AT LINCOLN AVENUE

FOR TRAFFIC ON THE EAST SIDE OF THE BRIDGE ON E OHIO STREET (ROUTE 4009)

NORTHBOUND LEFT OR SOUTHBOUND RIGHT ONTO GRANT AVENUE
RIGHT ONTO E SHERMAN STREET
LEFT ONTO LINCOLN AVENUE
LEFT ONTO NORTH AVENUE
END AT GRANT AVENUE

FOR TRAFFIC ON THE WEST SIDE OF THE BRIDGE ON NORTH AVENUE

NORTHBOUND RIGHT OR SOUTHBOUND LEFT ONTO LINCOLN AVENUE
RIGHT ONTO E SHERMAN STREET
END AT GRANT AVENUE

Resources

Contact Information

Zachary Patterson
Project Manager
412-429-4864
zapatterso@pa.gov

Steve Cowan
Press Officer
412-429-5010
stcowan@pa.gov

Accessibility

The project documents can be made available in alternative languages or formats if requested. If you need translation or interpretation services, have special needs, or have concerns that require individual attention, please contact the Project Manager listed above.

Title VI

Pursuant to the Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, PennDOT does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, age, or disability. If you feel that you have been denied the benefits of, or participation in a PennDOT program or activity, you may contact the PennDOT, Bureau of Equal Opportunity, DBE/Title VI Division at 717-787-5891.