US Bridges

RTE 11 over Trout River

Good

Franklin County, New York · 2.5 MI NE of Malone · Structure no. 000000001008950

Built
1932
93 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,960
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

RTE 11 over Trout River is a concrete culvert carrying RTE 11 over Trout River in Franklin County, New York. It was built in 1932, so it is 93 years old, older than the New York average of 53 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 2,960 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,988 by 2041. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5.6 mi (9 km).

CarriesRTE 11
CrossesTrout River
Location2.5 MI NE of Malone
RouteU.S. Route 11
Coordinates44.87115, -74.24686
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating79.8 US tons
Inventory rating34.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadH 20
Structure length26 ft (7.9 m)
Longest span25 ft (7.6 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,960 (2021)
Projected traffic2,988 by 2041
Trucks18%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5.6 mi (9 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$386,000 (2024 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was RTE 11 over Trout River built?

It was built in 1932, making it 93 years old in 2025.

What condition is RTE 11 over Trout River in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in September 2024.

How much traffic does RTE 11 over Trout River carry?

About 2,960 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.

How long is RTE 11 over Trout River?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m).

Who owns RTE 11 over Trout River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.