US Bridges

Pierce Creek RD over W Fork Little Snake Cree

Good

Broome County, New York · 2.7 MI West of Conklin · Structure no. 000000003349290

Built
1983
42 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
37 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
322
2018 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Pierce Creek RD over W Fork Little Snake Cree is a steel culvert carrying Pierce Creek RD over W Fork Little Snake Cree in Broome County, New York. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 years old, younger 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 322 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 451 by 2038. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesPierce Creek RD
CrossesW Fork Little Snake Cree
Location2.7 MI West of Conklin
RouteCounty Highway 0
Coordinates42.02646, -75.85884
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating68.8 US tons
Inventory rating29 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadH 20
Structure length37 ft (11.3 m)
Longest span36 ft (10.9 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic322 (2018)
Projected traffic451 by 2038
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$232,000 (2024 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Pierce Creek RD over W Fork Little Snake Cree built?

It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pierce Creek RD over W Fork Little Snake Cree 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does Pierce Creek RD over W Fork Little Snake Cree carry?

About 322 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Pierce Creek RD over W Fork Little Snake Cree?

The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 36 ft (10.9 m).

Who owns Pierce Creek RD over W Fork Little Snake Cree?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.