US Bridges

RTE I90 over CSX RR (aband)

Fair

Erie County, New York · 2.0 MI W JCT I90 < RTE 78 · Structure no. 000000005511889

Built
1954
71 years old, rebuilt 1981
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
265 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
32,146
2017 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

RTE I90 over CSX RR (aband) is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying RTE I90 over CSX RR (aband) in Erie County, New York. It was built in 1954 and reconstructed in 1981, so it is 71 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 32,146 vehicles a day, roughly 31% of them trucks, projected to reach 36,026 by 2041. The structure is 265 ft (80.8 m) long and 113 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesRTE I90
CrossesCSX RR (aband)
Location2.0 MI W JCT I90 < RTE 78
RouteInterstate 90
CountyErie County
StateNew York
Coordinates42.9481, -78.68108
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

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.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
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 geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating67 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length265 ft (80.8 m)
Longest span84 ft (25.6 m)
Deck width113 ft (34.5 m)
Roadway width109 ft (33.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic32,146 (2017)
Projected traffic36,026 by 2041
Trucks31%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesOther
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn an Interstate toll segment under Secretarial agreement
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Toll Authority
Maintained byState Toll Authority
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$19.9 million (2024 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was RTE I90 over CSX RR (aband) built?

It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1981.

What condition is RTE I90 over CSX RR (aband) 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does RTE I90 over CSX RR (aband) carry?

About 32,146 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 31% are trucks.

How long is RTE I90 over CSX RR (aband)?

The structure is 265 ft (80.8 m) long with a longest span of 84 ft (25.6 m) and a deck 113 ft wide.

Who owns RTE I90 over CSX RR (aband)?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.