US Bridges

Sturgeon Point RD over RTE I90

Fair

Erie County, New York · 1.1 MI NE Exit 57A of I90 · Structure no. 000000005512400

Built
1957
68 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
167 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
752
2020 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

Sturgeon Point RD over RTE I90 is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Sturgeon Point RD over RTE I90 in Erie County, New York. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 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 752 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,053 by 2040. The structure is 167 ft (51 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 2.5 mi (4 km).

Location

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CarriesSturgeon Point RD
CrossesRTE I90
Location1.1 MI NE Exit 57A of I90
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyErie County
StateNew York
Coordinates42.67389, -78.94682
Functional classRural Minor 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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
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 inspectionNovember 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 geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating75 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length167 ft (51 m)
Longest span70 ft (21.3 m)
Deck width37 ft (11.3 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic752 (2020)
Projected traffic1,053 by 2040
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed2.5 mi (4 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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$4 million (2024 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Sturgeon Point RD over RTE I90 built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.

What condition is Sturgeon Point RD over 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does Sturgeon Point RD over RTE I90 carry?

About 752 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is Sturgeon Point RD over RTE I90?

The structure is 167 ft (51 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.

Who owns Sturgeon Point RD over RTE I90?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.