US Bridges

RTE 240 over RTE 130 CSX Trans/Amtra

Good

Erie County, New York · JCT Rts 240 & 130 · Structure no. 000000001037610

Built
1976
49 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
388 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
23,753
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

RTE 240 over RTE 130 CSX Trans/Amtra is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying RTE 240 over RTE 130 CSX Trans/Amtra in Erie County, New York. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 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 23,753 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 25,083 by 2041. The structure is 388 ft (118.3 m) long and 71 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesRTE 240
CrossesRTE 130 CSX Trans/Amtra
LocationJCT Rts 240 & 130
RouteState Highway 240
CountyErie County
StateNew York
Coordinates42.90045, -78.78424
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating98 US tons
Inventory rating54 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length388 ft (118.3 m)
Longest span146 ft (44.5 m)
Deck width71 ft (21.6 m)
Roadway width59 ft (18 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic23,753 (2020)
Projected traffic25,083 by 2041
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway and railroad
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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$20.7 million (2024 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was RTE 240 over RTE 130 CSX Trans/Amtra built?

It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.

What condition is RTE 240 over RTE 130 CSX Trans/Amtra 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 240 over RTE 130 CSX Trans/Amtra carry?

About 23,753 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is RTE 240 over RTE 130 CSX Trans/Amtra?

The structure is 388 ft (118.3 m) long with a longest span of 146 ft (44.5 m) and a deck 71 ft wide.

Who owns RTE 240 over RTE 130 CSX Trans/Amtra?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.