US Bridges

RTE 63 over Oak Orchard Swamp

Fair

Genesee County, New York · 3.4 MI N JCT Rts 63 + 77 · Structure no. 000000001028800

Built
1932
93 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
27 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
3,998
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

RTE 63 over Oak Orchard Swamp is a concrete slab carrying RTE 63 over Oak Orchard Swamp in Genesee 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 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 3,998 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,035 by 2041. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 28.6 mi (46 km).

Location

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CarriesRTE 63
CrossesOak Orchard Swamp
Location3.4 MI N JCT Rts 63 + 77
RouteState Highway 63
CountyGenesee County
StateNew York
Coordinates43.12389, -78.39051
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating85 US tons
Inventory rating51 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadH 15
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span24 ft (7.3 m)
Deck width29 ft (8.7 m)
Roadway width27 ft (8.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,998 (2020)
Projected traffic4,035 by 2041
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed28.6 mi (46 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedDeck replacement with only incidental widening
Estimated improvement cost$385,000 (2024 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was RTE 63 over Oak Orchard Swamp built?

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

What condition is RTE 63 over Oak Orchard Swamp 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does RTE 63 over Oak Orchard Swamp carry?

About 3,998 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is RTE 63 over Oak Orchard Swamp?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.

Who owns RTE 63 over Oak Orchard Swamp?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.