RTE 21 over East Valley Creek
FairAllegany County, New York · 0.5 MI N JCT Rts 417 + 21 · Structure no. 000000001016260
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 58 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,212
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
RTE 21 over East Valley Creek is a concrete culvert carrying RTE 21 over East Valley 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 2,212 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,349 by 2041. The structure is 58 ft (17.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 41.6 mi (67 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was RTE 21 over East Valley Creek built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.
What condition is RTE 21 over East Valley 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does RTE 21 over East Valley Creek carry?
About 2,212 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is RTE 21 over East Valley Creek?
The structure is 58 ft (17.7 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m).
Who owns RTE 21 over East Valley Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.