(File Photo taken in 2019 by Frank Sparks )
(Pittsburgh, Pa.) The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) is announcing a virtual plans presentation for the preservation project of the Route 18 Rochester-Monaca Bridge over the Ohio River in Monaca and Rochester boroughs.
The proposed project involves a bridge deck overlay, expansion joint replacement, spot/zone painting, steel & concrete repairs, drainage improvements, signage, and other miscellaneous construction. The project will be constructed under a full detour for vehicles via the East Rochester-Monaca Bridge and will remain open for pedestrians. Construction is anticipated to begin in the summer of 2023.
As part of PENNDOT’s public involvement process, they have provided a PowerPoint presentation to learn more about the project. Interested individuals can access the presentation beginning Friday, November 19 at: