US Bridges

RTE 171 over Moyer Creek

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Herkimer County, New York · 2.9 MI SW JCT Rt 5S & 171 · Structure no. 000000001039090

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
38 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
166
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

RTE 171 over Moyer Creek is a concrete culvert carrying RTE 171 over Moyer Creek in Herkimer County, New York. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 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 166 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 232 by 2039. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5.6 mi (9 km).

Location

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CarriesRTE 171
CrossesMoyer Creek
Location2.9 MI SW JCT Rt 5S & 171
RouteState Highway 171
CountyHerkimer County
StateNew York
Coordinates43.01802, -75.12688
Functional classRural Minor 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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating87 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length38 ft (11.6 m)
Longest span34 ft (10.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic166 (2019)
Projected traffic232 by 2039
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5.6 mi (9 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$885,000 (2024 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was RTE 171 over Moyer Creek built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.

What condition is RTE 171 over Moyer 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does RTE 171 over Moyer Creek carry?

About 166 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is RTE 171 over Moyer Creek?

The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.3 m).

Who owns RTE 171 over Moyer Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.