US Bridges

West University Av over Trib Canacadea Creek

Fair

Allegany County, New York · 0.40 MI W of South Main S · Structure no. 000000002254660

Built
1944
81 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
771
2021 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

West University Av over Trib Canacadea Creek is a concrete culvert carrying West University Av over Trib Canacadea Creek in Allegany County, New York. It was built in 1944, so it is 81 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 5 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 771 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,079 by 2041. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 2.5 mi (4 km).

CarriesWest University Av
CrossesTrib Canacadea Creek
Location0.40 MI W of South Main S
Coordinates42.25284, -77.79785
Functional classRural Local

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 protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating33 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadH 20
Structure length26 ft (7.9 m)
Longest span22 ft (6.7 m)
Deck width36 ft (11 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic771 (2021)
Projected traffic1,079 by 2041
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed2.5 mi (4 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerTown or Township Highway Agency
Maintained byTown or Township Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$359,000 (2024 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was West University Av over Trib Canacadea Creek built?

It was built in 1944, making it 81 years old in 2025.

What condition is West University Av over Trib Canacadea 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does West University Av over Trib Canacadea Creek carry?

About 771 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is West University Av over Trib Canacadea Creek?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.7 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.

Who owns West University Av over Trib Canacadea Creek?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.