US Bridges

90IX Exit 49 Ramp over 90IX RTE I90

Fair

Erie County, New York · .9 MI W JCT I90 & SH 78 · Structure no. 000000005512160

Built
1953
72 years old, rebuilt 1979
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
208 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
9,184
2018 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

90IX Exit 49 Ramp over 90IX RTE I90 is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying 90IX Exit 49 Ramp over 90IX RTE I90 in Erie County, New York. It was built in 1953 and reconstructed in 1979, so it is 72 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 9,184 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,292 by 2041. The structure is 208 ft (63.4 m) long and 43 ft wide.

Carries90IX Exit 49 Ramp
Crosses90IX RTE I90
Location.9 MI W JCT I90 & SH 78
RouteInterstate 0
Coordinates42.95039, -78.7034
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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
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 rating85 US tons
Inventory rating50 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length208 ft (63.4 m)
Longest span65 ft (19.8 m)
Deck width43 ft (13.1 m)
Roadway width41 ft (12.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,184 (2018)
Projected traffic10,292 by 2041
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate 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$5.7 million (2024 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was 90IX Exit 49 Ramp over 90IX RTE I90 built?

It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1979.

What condition is 90IX Exit 49 Ramp over 90IX RTE I90 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 90IX Exit 49 Ramp over 90IX RTE I90 carry?

About 9,184 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is 90IX Exit 49 Ramp over 90IX RTE I90?

The structure is 208 ft (63.4 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.8 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns 90IX Exit 49 Ramp over 90IX RTE I90?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.