US Bridges

RTE 62 over Johnson Creek

Fair

Cattaraugus County, New York · 2.5 MI N JCT Rts 62 + 322 · Structure no. 000000001090100

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,315
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

RTE 62 over Johnson Creek is a concrete culvert carrying RTE 62 over Johnson Creek in Cattaraugus County, New York. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 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 1,315 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,327 by 2041. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long and 64 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.8 mi (48 km).

Location

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CarriesRTE 62
CrossesJohnson Creek
Location2.5 MI N JCT Rts 62 + 322
RouteU.S. Route 62
CountyCattaraugus County
StateNew York
Coordinates42.39429, -79.00245
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
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; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: 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 rating84 US tons
Inventory rating50 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span24 ft (7.3 m)
Deck width64 ft (19.5 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,315 (2021)
Projected traffic1,327 by 2041
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed29.8 mi (48 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$844,000 (2024 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was RTE 62 over Johnson Creek built?

It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.

What condition is RTE 62 over Johnson Creek 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 62 over Johnson Creek carry?

About 1,315 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is RTE 62 over Johnson Creek?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m) and a deck 64 ft wide.

Who owns RTE 62 over Johnson Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.