US Bridges

RTE I86 over Branch of Cold Spring CR

Good

Cattaraugus County, New York · 0.5 MI NW JCT 17 + Int 17 · Structure no. 000000001062820

Built
1972
53 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
7,299
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

RTE I86 over Branch of Cold Spring CR is a steel culvert carrying RTE I86 over Branch of Cold Spring CR in Cattaraugus County, New York. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 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 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 7,299 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,693 by 2041. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

Location

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CarriesRTE I86
CrossesBranch of Cold Spring CR
Location0.5 MI NW JCT 17 + Int 17
RouteInterstate 86
CountyCattaraugus County
StateNew York
Coordinates42.10426, -78.9082
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating79.5 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,299 (2021)
Projected traffic8,693 by 2041
Trucks22%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$719,000 (2024 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was RTE I86 over Branch of Cold Spring CR built?

It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.

What condition is RTE I86 over Branch of Cold Spring CR 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does RTE I86 over Branch of Cold Spring CR carry?

About 7,299 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.

How long is RTE I86 over Branch of Cold Spring CR?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns RTE I86 over Branch of Cold Spring CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.