US Bridges

RTE 219 over Cattaraugus Creek

Good

Cattaraugus County, New York · 1 MI S of Springville · Structure no. 000000001078062

Built
2010
15 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2023
Type
Arch - Deck
Steel
Length
734 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,300
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

RTE 219 over Cattaraugus Creek is a steel arch - deck carrying RTE 219 over Cattaraugus Creek in Cattaraugus County, New York. It was built in 2010, so it is 15 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 2,300 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,589 by 2041. The structure is 734 ft (223.7 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 2.5 mi (4 km).

Location

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CarriesRTE 219
CrossesCattaraugus Creek
Location1 MI S of Springville
RouteState Highway 219
CountyCattaraugus County
StateNew York
Coordinates42.47195, -78.69571
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations on dry land well above flood water elevations
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating83 US tons
Inventory rating50 US tons

Structure

Structure typeArch - Deck
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length734 ft (223.7 m)
Longest span481 ft (146.5 m)
Deck width43 ft (13 m)
Roadway width39 ft (12 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,300 (2018)
Projected traffic3,589 by 2041
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed2.5 mi (4 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$25.3 million (2024 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was RTE 219 over Cattaraugus Creek built?

It was built in 2010, making it 15 years old in 2025.

What condition is RTE 219 over Cattaraugus Creek 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does RTE 219 over Cattaraugus Creek carry?

About 2,300 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is RTE 219 over Cattaraugus Creek?

The structure is 734 ft (223.7 m) long with a longest span of 481 ft (146.5 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns RTE 219 over Cattaraugus Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.