US Bridges

RTE 60 over Hatch Creek

Good

Chautauqua County, New York · 1.5 MI N JCT Rts 60 + 380 · Structure no. 000000001027820

Built
1974
51 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Frame
Concrete Continuous
Length
34 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
6,344
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

RTE 60 over Hatch Creek is a concrete continuous frame carrying RTE 60 over Hatch Creek in Chautauqua County, New York. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 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 6,344 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,404 by 2041. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long and 51 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

Open in Google Maps
CarriesRTE 60
CrossesHatch Creek
Location1.5 MI N JCT Rts 60 + 380
RouteState Highway 60
CountyChautauqua County
StateNew York
Coordinates42.19485, -79.25053
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
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating85 US tons
Inventory rating51 US tons

Structure

Structure typeFrame
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length34 ft (10.4 m)
Longest span16 ft (4.8 m)
Deck width51 ft (15.5 m)
Roadway width48 ft (14.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,344 (2021)
Projected traffic6,404 by 2041
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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$1.7 million (2024 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was RTE 60 over Hatch Creek built?

It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.

What condition is RTE 60 over Hatch 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does RTE 60 over Hatch Creek carry?

About 6,344 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is RTE 60 over Hatch Creek?

The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.8 m) and a deck 51 ft wide.

Who owns RTE 60 over Hatch Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.