US Bridges

RTE 5 over Scajaquada Creek

Fair

Erie County, New York · 3.0 MI NE JCT Rts 5 + 16 · Structure no. 000000005054360

Built
1921
104 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected December 2024
Type
Culvert
Masonry
Length
36 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
18,232
2018 count
Owner
State
Other State Agency

About this bridge

RTE 5 over Scajaquada Creek is a masonry culvert carrying RTE 5 over Scajaquada Creek in Erie County, New York. It was built in 1921, so it is 104 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 18,232 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,317 by 2041. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesRTE 5
CrossesScajaquada Creek
Location3.0 MI NE JCT Rts 5 + 16
RouteCity Street 5
CountyErie County
StateNew York
Coordinates42.9232, -78.85621
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating50.6 US tons
Inventory rating20.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialMasonry
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length36 ft (11 m)
Longest span32 ft (9.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic18,232 (2018)
Projected traffic18,317 by 2041
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerOther State Agency
Maintained byOther State Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$1.8 million (2024 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was RTE 5 over Scajaquada Creek built?

It was built in 1921, making it 104 years old in 2025.

What condition is RTE 5 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 December 2024.

How much traffic does RTE 5 over Scajaquada Creek carry?

About 18,232 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is RTE 5 over Scajaquada Creek?

The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 32 ft (9.7 m).

Who owns RTE 5 over Scajaquada Creek?

It is owned by the Other State Agency.