US Bridges

RTE 237 over Black Ck Overflow

Fair

Genesee County, New York · 0.5 MI N JCT Rt 237+262 · Structure no. 000000001042360

Built
1994
31 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
35 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,781
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

RTE 237 over Black Ck Overflow is a concrete culvert carrying RTE 237 over Black Ck Overflow in Genesee County, New York. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 years old, younger 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 1,781 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,857 by 2041. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesRTE 237
CrossesBlack Ck Overflow
Location0.5 MI N JCT Rt 237+262
RouteState Highway 237
Coordinates43.08664, -78.06528
Functional classRural Major 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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionOctober 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 geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating83.2 US tons
Inventory rating40.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length35 ft (10.7 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.6 m)
Deck width34 ft (10.4 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,781 (2018)
Projected traffic1,857 by 2041
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$378,000 (2024 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was RTE 237 over Black Ck Overflow built?

It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.

What condition is RTE 237 over Black Ck Overflow 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does RTE 237 over Black Ck Overflow carry?

About 1,781 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is RTE 237 over Black Ck Overflow?

The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.

Who owns RTE 237 over Black Ck Overflow?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.