US Bridges

RTE I86 over Latta Brook

Fair

Chemung County, New York · 0.3 MI NW JCT Rts 17 +352 · Structure no. 000000001010800

Built
1955
70 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
44 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
28,514
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

RTE I86 over Latta Brook is a concrete culvert carrying RTE I86 over Latta Brook in Chemung County, New York. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 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 28,514 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 43,771 by 2041. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

Location

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CarriesRTE I86
CrossesLatta Brook
Location0.3 MI NW JCT Rts 17 +352
RouteInterstate 86
CountyChemung County
StateNew York
Coordinates42.14651, -76.80591
Functional classUrban 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
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating65 US tons
Inventory rating39 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length44 ft (13.4 m)
Longest span20 ft (6 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic28,514 (2021)
Projected traffic43,771 by 2041
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$1.9 million (2024 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was RTE I86 over Latta Brook built?

It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.

What condition is RTE I86 over Latta Brook 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does RTE I86 over Latta Brook carry?

About 28,514 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is RTE I86 over Latta Brook?

The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6 m).

Who owns RTE I86 over Latta Brook?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.