US Bridges

Blakeley Corners R over 400 400 53011015 RTE 40

Fair

Erie County, New York · 2.5 MI S JCT SH400 &US20A · Structure no. 000000001047550

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
253 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,061
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Blakeley Corners R over 400 400 53011015 RTE 40 is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Blakeley Corners R over 400 400 53011015 RTE 40 in Erie County, New York. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 1,061 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,485 by 2038. The structure is 253 ft (77.1 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesBlakeley Corners R
Crosses400 400 53011015 RTE 40
Location2.5 MI S JCT SH400 &US20A
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyErie County
StateNew York
Coordinates42.73209, -78.59798
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating94 US tons
Inventory rating56 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length253 ft (77.1 m)
Longest span126 ft (38.4 m)
Deck width38 ft (11.6 m)
Roadway width35 ft (10.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,061 (2018)
Projected traffic1,485 by 2038
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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$6.9 million (2024 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Blakeley Corners R over 400 400 53011015 RTE 40 built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.

What condition is Blakeley Corners R over 400 400 53011015 RTE 40 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does Blakeley Corners R over 400 400 53011015 RTE 40 carry?

About 1,061 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is Blakeley Corners R over 400 400 53011015 RTE 40?

The structure is 253 ft (77.1 m) long with a longest span of 126 ft (38.4 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.

Who owns Blakeley Corners R over 400 400 53011015 RTE 40?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.