US Bridges

CR32A over Chenango R Overfl

Good

Chenango County, New York · 0.1 MI East of Norwich · Structure no. 000000003350790

Built
1986
39 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Aluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
Length
24 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
4,709
2018 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

CR32A over Chenango R Overfl is a aluminum, wrought iron, or cast iron culvert carrying CR32A over Chenango R Overfl in Chenango County, New York. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 4,709 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,826 by 2041. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 2.5 mi (4 km).

CarriesCR32A
CrossesChenango R Overfl
Location0.1 MI East of Norwich
RouteCounty Highway 0
Coordinates42.52189, -75.5125
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating85.5 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialAluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span23 ft (7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,709 (2018)
Projected traffic5,826 by 2041
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed2.5 mi (4 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$195,000 (2024 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was CR32A over Chenango R Overfl built?

It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.

What condition is CR32A over Chenango R Overfl 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does CR32A over Chenango R Overfl carry?

About 4,709 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is CR32A over Chenango R Overfl?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 23 ft (7 m).

Who owns CR32A over Chenango R Overfl?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.