US Bridges

RTE 198 over Scajaquada CR

Fair

Erie County, New York · JCT Rts 198 + I-190 · Structure no. 000000001039880

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
46 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,663
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

RTE 198 over Scajaquada CR is a concrete continuous culvert carrying RTE 198 over Scajaquada CR in Erie County, New York. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 5 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 1,663 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,927 by 2041. The structure is 46 ft (13.9 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesRTE 198
CrossesScajaquada CR
LocationJCT Rts 198 + I-190
RouteState Highway 198
CountyErie County
StateNew York
Coordinates42.92897, -78.89703
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating84.8 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length46 ft (13.9 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.1 m)
Deck width48 ft (14.5 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,663 (2017)
Projected traffic1,927 by 2041
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
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 statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$2.7 million (2024 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was RTE 198 over Scajaquada CR built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is RTE 198 over Scajaquada CR 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does RTE 198 over Scajaquada CR carry?

About 1,663 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is RTE 198 over Scajaquada CR?

The structure is 46 ft (13.9 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.

Who owns RTE 198 over Scajaquada CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.