Temporary Stop Discontinuance - West Liberty Avenue Opposite Belle Isle Avenue - Sidewalk Closure

Pittsburgh Regional Transit has been made aware of a sidewalk closure due to construction in the 2400 block of West Liberty Avenue in the City of Pittsburgh.

Due to this closure the bus stop at West Liberty Avenue opposite Belle Isle Avenue (6406) is inaccessible and due to lack of crosswalks and ADA accessibility in the area, the stop will be temporarily discontinued effective immediately.

Riders can board or alight the bus at the following stops:

West Liberty Avenue at Pauline Avenue (6405) - This stop is prior to the sidewalk closure

West Liberty Avenue at Wenzell Avenue (6407) - This stop is after the sidewalk closure

Start: 05/06/2026 — End: 05/06/2046

Standing Detour - Emergency Closure Of Smithfield Street Bridge

On occasion, the historic Smithfield Street Bridge, a vital link for thirteen (13) Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus routes and four routes for two regional transit agencies (FACT, MMVTA) as well as the bus substitution routing for buses replacing light rail service, when the bridge is compromised, either due to scheduled maintenance or emergencies, must use a lengthy and extensive detour until service over the Smithfield Street Bridge is restored.

Closures could be for heavy maintenance of the bridge by PennDOT or due to emergencies such as excessive flooding of the Monongahela River and high waters or by barge strikes on the piers of the bridge, resulting in concerns for its structural integrity until fully inspected.

This detour will be activated by default, usually by police or emergency forces closing the bridge immediately for emergencies.

Start: 01/01/2026 — End: 12/31/2026