US Bridges

RTE I90 over CSX RR /Amtrak

Fair

Cayuga County, New York · 2.6 MI W Int 40 on I90 · Structure no. 000000005510359

Built
1953
72 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
279 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
30,507
2020 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

RTE I90 over CSX RR /Amtrak is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying RTE I90 over CSX RR /Amtrak in Cayuga County, New York. It was built in 1953, so it is 72 years old, older 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 30,507 vehicles a day, roughly 30% of them trucks, projected to reach 34,198 by 2041. The structure is 279 ft (85 m) long and 113 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).

Location

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CarriesRTE I90
CrossesCSX RR /Amtrak
Location2.6 MI W Int 40 on I90
RouteInterstate 90
CountyCayuga County
StateNew York
Coordinates43.05025, -76.61233
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJanuary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: 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
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length279 ft (85 m)
Longest span104 ft (31.7 m)
Deck width113 ft (34.5 m)
Roadway width105 ft (32 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic30,507 (2020)
Projected traffic34,198 by 2041
Trucks30%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed123.7 mi (199 km)
TollOn an Interstate toll segment under Secretarial agreement
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Toll Authority
Maintained byState Toll Authority
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$12.2 million (2024 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was RTE I90 over CSX RR /Amtrak built?

It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.

What condition is RTE I90 over CSX RR /Amtrak 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 January 2023.

How much traffic does RTE I90 over CSX RR /Amtrak carry?

About 30,507 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 30% are trucks.

How long is RTE I90 over CSX RR /Amtrak?

The structure is 279 ft (85 m) long with a longest span of 104 ft (31.7 m) and a deck 113 ft wide.

Who owns RTE I90 over CSX RR /Amtrak?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.