US Bridges

RTE 16 over Unnamed Stream

Fair

Cattaraugus County, New York · 2.4 MI SE JCT Rts 16&242 · Structure no. 000000001072330

Built
1977
48 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
24 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,683
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

RTE 16 over Unnamed Stream is a steel culvert carrying RTE 16 over Unnamed Stream in Cattaraugus County, New York. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 years old, younger 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 4,683 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,727 by 2041. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

Location

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CarriesRTE 16
CrossesUnnamed Stream
Location2.4 MI SE JCT Rts 16&242
RouteState Highway 16
CountyCattaraugus County
StateNew York
Coordinates42.37663, -78.46852
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection3 SeriousLoss of section, deterioration, spalling or scour have seriously affected primary structural components.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating78.5 US tons
Inventory rating32.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,683 (2021)
Projected traffic4,727 by 2041
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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$516,000 (2024 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was RTE 16 over Unnamed Stream built?

It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.

What condition is RTE 16 over Unnamed Stream 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does RTE 16 over Unnamed Stream carry?

About 4,683 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is RTE 16 over Unnamed Stream?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns RTE 16 over Unnamed Stream?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.