Sisson Road over Ischua Creek
PoorPosted for loadCattaraugus County, New York · 3.1 MI W of Machias · Structure no. 000000002258600
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 92
- 2021 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
Sisson Road over Ischua Creek is a steel culvert carrying Sisson Road over Ischua Creek in Cattaraugus County, New York. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 years old, older than the New York average of 53 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 92 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 129 by 2041. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Sisson Road over Ischua Creek built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is Sisson Road over Ischua Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in May 2024.
How much traffic does Sisson Road over Ischua Creek carry?
About 92 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Sisson Road over Ischua Creek?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).
Who owns Sisson Road over Ischua Creek?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.