US Bridges

RTE 12 over Genegantslet Crk.

Good

Chenango County, New York · 2.6 Mi.Sw JCT RT12 & 206 · Structure no. 000000001009260

Built
1987
38 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
161 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
6,588
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

RTE 12 over Genegantslet Crk. is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying RTE 12 over Genegantslet Crk. in Chenango County, New York. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 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 6,588 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,650 by 2041. The structure is 161 ft (49.1 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).

Location

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CarriesRTE 12
CrossesGenegantslet Crk.
Location2.6 Mi.Sw JCT RT12 & 206
RouteState Highway 12
CountyChenango County
StateNew York
Coordinates42.30364, -75.80059
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating85 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length161 ft (49.1 m)
Longest span156 ft (47.5 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.9 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,588 (2018)
Projected traffic6,650 by 2041
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed19.9 mi (32 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$3.4 million (2024 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was RTE 12 over Genegantslet Crk. built?

It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.

What condition is RTE 12 over Genegantslet Crk. 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does RTE 12 over Genegantslet Crk. carry?

About 6,588 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is RTE 12 over Genegantslet Crk.?

The structure is 161 ft (49.1 m) long with a longest span of 156 ft (47.5 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns RTE 12 over Genegantslet Crk.?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.