RTE 223 over N Branch Newtown Creek
GoodChemung County, New York · 0.1 MI E JCT Rts 13 + 223 · Structure no. 000000001041830
- Built
- 1947
- 78 years old, rebuilt 2014
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 86 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 2,326
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
RTE 223 over N Branch Newtown Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying RTE 223 over N Branch Newtown Creek in Chemung County, New York. It was built in 1947 and reconstructed in 2014, so it is 78 years old, older 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 2,326 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,825 by 2041. The structure is 86 ft (26.2 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.7 mi (51 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was RTE 223 over N Branch Newtown Creek built?
It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2014.
What condition is RTE 223 over N Branch Newtown 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does RTE 223 over N Branch Newtown Creek carry?
About 2,326 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is RTE 223 over N Branch Newtown Creek?
The structure is 86 ft (26.2 m) long with a longest span of 82 ft (24.9 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns RTE 223 over N Branch Newtown Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.