RTE I81 over Castle Creek
FairBroome County, New York · 0.2 MI N of Exit 7 I-81 · Structure no. 000000001094061
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 39 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 12,949
- 2013 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
RTE I81 over Castle Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying RTE I81 over Castle Creek in Broome County, New York. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 12,949 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 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 I81 over Castle Creek built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.
What condition is RTE I81 over Castle 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 2023.
How much traffic does RTE I81 over Castle Creek carry?
About 12,949 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.
How long is RTE I81 over Castle Creek?
The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.7 m).
Who owns RTE I81 over Castle Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.