RTE I81 over West Branch Tioughnioga
FairCortland County, New York · 8 Miles N JCT I81 & SH 13 · Structure no. 000000001031430
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 34 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 25,286
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
RTE I81 over West Branch Tioughnioga is a concrete continuous culvert carrying RTE I81 over West Branch Tioughnioga in Cortland County, New York. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 years old, older than the New York average of 53 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 25,286 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 28,345 by 2041. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was RTE I81 over West Branch Tioughnioga built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.
What condition is RTE I81 over West Branch Tioughnioga in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in July 2023.
How much traffic does RTE I81 over West Branch Tioughnioga carry?
About 25,286 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is RTE I81 over West Branch Tioughnioga?
The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.5 m).
Who owns RTE I81 over West Branch Tioughnioga?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.