US Bridges

RTE 16 over Branch Ischua Creek

Good

Cattaraugus County, New York · 5.7 MI N JCT SH 16 & I86 · Structure no. 000000001095540

Built
2007
18 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
25 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
3,664
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

RTE 16 over Branch Ischua Creek is a concrete culvert carrying RTE 16 over Branch Ischua Creek in Cattaraugus County, New York. It was built in 2007, so it is 18 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 3,664 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,698 by 2041. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long and 63 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 23.6 mi (38 km).

Location

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CarriesRTE 16
CrossesBranch Ischua Creek
Location5.7 MI N JCT SH 16 & I86
RouteState Highway 16
CountyCattaraugus County
StateNew York
Coordinates42.24794, -78.40072
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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
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 rating75 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length25 ft (7.6 m)
Longest span24 ft (7.3 m)
Deck width63 ft (19.2 m)
Roadway width39 ft (12 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,664 (2021)
Projected traffic3,698 by 2041
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed23.6 mi (38 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$770,000 (2024 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was RTE 16 over Branch Ischua Creek built?

It was built in 2007, making it 18 years old in 2025.

What condition is RTE 16 over Branch Ischua 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does RTE 16 over Branch Ischua Creek carry?

About 3,664 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is RTE 16 over Branch Ischua Creek?

The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m) and a deck 63 ft wide.

Who owns RTE 16 over Branch Ischua Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.