Madison Avenue over Chemung River
GoodChemung County, New York · 0.4 M N Int. Nys Route 14 · Structure no. 000000002215810
- Built
- 1938
- 87 years old, rebuilt 1988
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 555 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 16,935
- 2020 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Madison Avenue over Chemung River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Madison Avenue over Chemung River in Chemung County, New York. It was built in 1938 and reconstructed in 1988, so it is 87 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 16,935 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,572 by 2041. The structure is 555 ft (169.2 m) long and 54 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Madison Avenue over Chemung River built?
It was built in 1938, making it 87 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1988.
What condition is Madison Avenue over Chemung River 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 2023.
How much traffic does Madison Avenue over Chemung River carry?
About 16,935 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Madison Avenue over Chemung River?
The structure is 555 ft (169.2 m) long with a longest span of 112 ft (34.1 m) and a deck 54 ft wide.
Who owns Madison Avenue over Chemung River?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.