US Bridges

RTE 198 over Scajaquada Creek

Fair

Erie County, New York · 1.6 MI E JCT Rt 198 + I90 · Structure no. 000000001039989

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
95 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
31,163
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

RTE 198 over Scajaquada Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying RTE 198 over Scajaquada Creek 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 31,163 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 36,111 by 2041. The structure is 95 ft (29 m) long and 87 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesRTE 198
CrossesScajaquada Creek
Location1.6 MI E JCT Rt 198 + I90
RouteState Highway 198
CountyErie County
StateNew York
Coordinates42.93393, -78.87459
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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 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 geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating75 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length95 ft (29 m)
Longest span90 ft (27.4 m)
Deck width87 ft (26.6 m)
Roadway width82 ft (25 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic31,163 (2021)
Projected traffic36,111 by 2041
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 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$6.1 million (2024 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was RTE 198 over Scajaquada Creek built?

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

What condition is RTE 198 over Scajaquada Creek 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does RTE 198 over Scajaquada Creek carry?

About 31,163 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is RTE 198 over Scajaquada Creek?

The structure is 95 ft (29 m) long with a longest span of 90 ft (27.4 m) and a deck 87 ft wide.

Who owns RTE 198 over Scajaquada Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.