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RTE 167 over Crum Creek

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Herkimer County, New York · 33MI NE JCT Rts 167+5 · Structure no. 000000001038940

Built
1973
52 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
45 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
3,480
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

RTE 167 over Crum Creek is a concrete culvert carrying RTE 167 over Crum Creek in Herkimer County, New York. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 years old, younger 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 3,480 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,630 by 2041. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesRTE 167
CrossesCrum Creek
Location33MI NE JCT Rts 167+5
RouteState Highway 167
CountyHerkimer County
StateNew York
Coordinates43.06041, -74.79344
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
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 rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating100 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length45 ft (13.7 m)
Longest span22 ft (6.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,480 (2018)
Projected traffic3,630 by 2041
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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$372,000 (2024 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was RTE 167 over Crum Creek built?

It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.

What condition is RTE 167 over Crum Creek 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does RTE 167 over Crum Creek carry?

About 3,480 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is RTE 167 over Crum Creek?

The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.7 m).

Who owns RTE 167 over Crum Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.