RTE 16 over Saunders Creek
PoorCattaraugus County, New York · 1.5 MI North of Cadiz · Structure no. 000000001011720
- Built
- 1934
- 91 years old, rebuilt 1950
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 5,437
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
RTE 16 over Saunders Creek is a concrete slab carrying RTE 16 over Saunders Creek in Cattaraugus County, New York. It was built in 1934 and reconstructed in 1950, so it is 91 years old, older than the New York average of 53 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 5,437 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,488 by 2041. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 23.6 mi (38 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was RTE 16 over Saunders Creek built?
It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1950.
What condition is RTE 16 over Saunders Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in April 2024.
How much traffic does RTE 16 over Saunders Creek carry?
About 5,437 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is RTE 16 over Saunders Creek?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns RTE 16 over Saunders Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.