Up to $25.3 million in federal funding is now available for the repair of Fern Hollow Bridge in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
The amount is a direct result of additional funds made available in Federal Fiscal Year (FFY) 2022 from the Bi-Partisan Infrastructure Law and will not impact any regionally funded projects.
The City of Pittsburgh and the Wolf Administration have finalized a reimbursement grant agreement which will allow the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) to design and construct a new structure at the site of the Fern Hollow Bridge.
PennDOT will be responsible for contract development, letting and award, design development activities, right-of-way acquisition, utility relocation, and other items related to the design and construction of the new bridge.
Mayor Ed Gainey signed a declaration of disaster emergency for the bridge collapse. The declaration will increase the availability of federal funds, facilitate continued coordination between PennDOT and the Department of Mobility and Infrastructure (DOMI), and help expedite the process of cleanup and reconstruction of the bridge.
“The city is thankful for the financial and engineering support that PennDOT will be able to provide as a result of this funding announcement,” said Gainey. “My administration will continue to work with our state and federal partners to repair the bridge in a safe and expeditious manner. Additionally, I look forward to working with the governor and PennDOT to maximize local, small, and Minority, Women, and Disadvantaged Owned Business participation in this project.”
The mayor’s office will continue to provide information about the Fern Hollow Bridge as it becomes available.
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