US Bridges

RTE 41A over Fall Creek Tributary

Good

Cayuga County, New York · Summer Hill · Structure no. 000000001079750

Built
1982
43 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
24 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
903
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

RTE 41A over Fall Creek Tributary is a steel culvert carrying RTE 41A over Fall Creek Tributary in Cayuga County, New York. It was built in 1982, so it is 43 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 903 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,262 by 2041. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesRTE 41A
CrossesFall Creek Tributary
LocationSummer Hill
RouteState Highway 41A
Coordinates42.67511, -76.2818
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: 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 rating82.5 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic903 (2020)
Projected traffic1,262 by 2041
Trucks18%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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$236,000 (2024 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was RTE 41A over Fall Creek Tributary built?

It was built in 1982, making it 43 years old in 2025.

What condition is RTE 41A over Fall Creek Tributary 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 2024.

How much traffic does RTE 41A over Fall Creek Tributary carry?

About 903 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.

How long is RTE 41A over Fall Creek Tributary?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns RTE 41A over Fall Creek Tributary?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.