RTE 961A over Norfolk Southern
GoodChemung County, New York · 0.2 MI N JCT Rts 17 + 427 · Structure no. 000000001061320
- Built
- 1967
- 58 years old, rebuilt 2022
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 166 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,629
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
RTE 961A over Norfolk Southern is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying RTE 961A over Norfolk Southern in Chemung County, New York. It was built in 1967 and reconstructed in 2022, so it is 58 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 2,629 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,742 by 2041. The structure is 166 ft (50.6 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 10.6 mi (17 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was RTE 961A over Norfolk Southern built?
It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2022.
What condition is RTE 961A over Norfolk Southern 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does RTE 961A over Norfolk Southern carry?
About 2,629 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is RTE 961A over Norfolk Southern?
The structure is 166 ft (50.6 m) long with a longest span of 67 ft (20.4 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns RTE 961A over Norfolk Southern?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.