US Bridges

RTE 19 over Baker Creek

Fair

Allegany County, New York · 0.2 MI N JCT Rts 17 + 19 · Structure no. 000000001015000

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
31 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,847
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

RTE 19 over Baker Creek is a concrete culvert carrying RTE 19 over Baker Creek in Allegany County, New York. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 years old, older than the New York average of 53 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 2,847 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,023 by 2041. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 30.4 mi (49 km).

Location

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CarriesRTE 19
CrossesBaker Creek
Location0.2 MI N JCT Rts 17 + 19
RouteState Highway 19
CountyAllegany County
StateNew York
Coordinates42.26263, -78.06461
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating99 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length31 ft (9.4 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,847 (2020)
Projected traffic3,023 by 2041
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed30.4 mi (49 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$534,000 (2024 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was RTE 19 over Baker Creek built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is RTE 19 over Baker Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in May 2023.

How much traffic does RTE 19 over Baker Creek carry?

About 2,847 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is RTE 19 over Baker Creek?

The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).

Who owns RTE 19 over Baker Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.