Herron Avenue Bridge Preservation Project Community Meeting - 7/14/26

This was a community meeting held by the City of Pittsburgh on July 14, 2026, regarding the Herron Avenue Bridge Preservation Project. The project focuses on preserving and repairing the existing bridge structure rather than replacing or widening it. Key procurement-related details include the selection of HW Lochner as the design consultant and a construction budget of approximately $9.5 million, with 80% federal funding and 15% state funding. The project scope includes replacing bearings, repairing the deck, installing new pedestrian railings and sidewalks, upgrading lighting, and improving drainage. The construction contract is expected to be advertised in spring 2028, with construction starting in early summer 2028. The meeting also covered right-of-way acquisitions, temporary construction easements, traffic detours, and coordination with railroad operations. Questions from the public addressed project lifespan, ADA compliance, traffic calming measures, and coordination with other local bridge projects. The project team committed to minimizing impacts and maintaining access during construction.