RTE 70 over Bennetts Creek
GoodAllegany County, New York · 0.7 MI W of Canaseraga · Structure no. 000000001029420
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 24 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 1,864
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
RTE 70 over Bennetts Creek is a concrete culvert carrying RTE 70 over Bennetts Creek in Allegany County, New York. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 years old, older than the New York average of 53 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 1,864 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,979 by 2041. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 57.8 mi (93 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was RTE 70 over Bennetts Creek built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.
What condition is RTE 70 over Bennetts Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in June 2024.
How much traffic does RTE 70 over Bennetts Creek carry?
About 1,864 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is RTE 70 over Bennetts Creek?
The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.4 m).
Who owns RTE 70 over Bennetts Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.