RTE 243 over Indian Creek
FairAllegany County, New York · 0.2 MI NW of Rushford · Structure no. 000000001042840
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 53 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,475
- 2017 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
RTE 243 over Indian Creek is a concrete culvert carrying RTE 243 over Indian Creek in Allegany County, New York. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 2,475 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,628 by 2041. The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 57.8 mi (93 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was RTE 243 over Indian Creek built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.
What condition is RTE 243 over Indian 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does RTE 243 over Indian Creek carry?
About 2,475 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.
How long is RTE 243 over Indian Creek?
The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m).
Who owns RTE 243 over Indian Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.