The United States Golf Association is asking Pennsylvania to help with building a new bridge at Oakmont Country Club.
Oakmont's new bridge would be built over the Pennsylvania Turnpike, and the USGA is asking for a $5 million grant.
According to the USGA, the bridge would keep vehicle and construction traffic separate from golf tournament spectators.
In a statement provided to KDKA-TV, the USGA said, "This grant will allow us to construct vital onsite infrastructure that will greatly improve the fan experience, increase accessibility, and capacity."
The U.S. Women's Open will return to Oakmont in 2028, and the men's U.S. Open will be back in 2033.
Oakmont "opens up people's eyes to the beauty of western Pennsylvania"
This past year, when Oakmont played host to the U.S. Open, it was m

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