US Bridges

RTE 16 over Scott Branch Crk

Fair

Cattaraugus County, New York · 1.8 MI S JCT Rts 16 + 17 · Structure no. 000000001011680

Built
1947
78 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
28 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
5,408
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

RTE 16 over Scott Branch Crk is a concrete culvert carrying RTE 16 over Scott Branch Crk in Cattaraugus County, New York. It was built in 1947, so it is 78 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 5,408 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,691 by 2041. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long and 69 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesRTE 16
CrossesScott Branch Crk
Location1.8 MI S JCT Rts 16 + 17
RouteState Highway 16
CountyCattaraugus County
StateNew York
Coordinates42.15509, -78.39732
Functional classUrban Collector

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating77.7 US tons
Inventory rating33.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadOther
Structure length28 ft (8.5 m)
Longest span26 ft (7.9 m)
Deck width69 ft (21.1 m)
Roadway width67 ft (20.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,408 (2019)
Projected traffic6,691 by 2041
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$945,000 (2024 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was RTE 16 over Scott Branch Crk built?

It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025.

What condition is RTE 16 over Scott Branch Crk 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does RTE 16 over Scott Branch Crk carry?

About 5,408 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is RTE 16 over Scott Branch Crk?

The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 26 ft (7.9 m) and a deck 69 ft wide.

Who owns RTE 16 over Scott Branch Crk?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.