US Bridges

Jewett Holmwood R over W B Cazenovia Crk

Fair

Erie County, New York · 1.5 MI SW of East Aurora · Structure no. 000000003328090

Built
1958
67 years old, rebuilt 1992
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
158 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
4,317
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Jewett Holmwood R over W B Cazenovia Crk is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Jewett Holmwood R over W B Cazenovia Crk in Erie County, New York. It was built in 1958 and reconstructed in 1992, so it is 67 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 4,317 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,341 by 2041. The structure is 158 ft (48.2 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesJewett Holmwood R
CrossesW B Cazenovia Crk
Location1.5 MI SW of East Aurora
Coordinates42.75445, -78.65147
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating103 US tons
Inventory rating61.9 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length158 ft (48.2 m)
Longest span81 ft (24.6 m)
Deck width39 ft (11.9 m)
Roadway width37 ft (11.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,317 (2020)
Projected traffic5,341 by 2041
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$5.5 million (2024 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Jewett Holmwood R over W B Cazenovia Crk built?

It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1992.

What condition is Jewett Holmwood R over W B Cazenovia Crk 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does Jewett Holmwood R over W B Cazenovia Crk carry?

About 4,317 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Jewett Holmwood R over W B Cazenovia Crk?

The structure is 158 ft (48.2 m) long with a longest span of 81 ft (24.6 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.

Who owns Jewett Holmwood R over W B Cazenovia Crk?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.