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Computer Glitch Causes Monongahela Incline Shut Down

Event Year
2010
Reliability
Confirmed
Country
United States
Industry
Transportation

Description

The Monongahela Incline was shut down due to a computer issue.  The computers are old.  The Port Authority of Allegheny County officials said that the agency does not have the money to permanently repair or replace it.

Impact

The Monongahela Incline was shut down.  Shuttle bus service was provided between the lower and upper incline stations.