US Bridges

RTE 34 over CSX Trans/Amtrak Putnam

Good

Cayuga County, New York · .3 MI S JCT SH 34 & I90 · Structure no. 000000001023350

Built
1990
35 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
372 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
11,797
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

RTE 34 over CSX Trans/Amtrak Putnam is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying RTE 34 over CSX Trans/Amtrak Putnam in Cayuga County, New York. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 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 11,797 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,198 by 2041. The structure is 372 ft (113.4 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 10.6 mi (17 km).

Location

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CarriesRTE 34
CrossesCSX Trans/Amtrak Putnam
Location.3 MI S JCT SH 34 & I90
RouteState Highway 34
CountyCayuga County
StateNew York
Coordinates43.05813, -76.55883
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.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionAugust 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 adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating64 US tons
Inventory rating38 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length372 ft (113.4 m)
Longest span147 ft (44.8 m)
Deck width43 ft (13 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,797 (2021)
Projected traffic12,198 by 2041
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway, waterway and railroad
Detour if closed10.6 mi (17 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$5.7 million (2024 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was RTE 34 over CSX Trans/Amtrak Putnam built?

It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.

What condition is RTE 34 over CSX Trans/Amtrak Putnam 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does RTE 34 over CSX Trans/Amtrak Putnam carry?

About 11,797 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is RTE 34 over CSX Trans/Amtrak Putnam?

The structure is 372 ft (113.4 m) long with a longest span of 147 ft (44.8 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns RTE 34 over CSX Trans/Amtrak Putnam?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.