RTE 5S over Mcgowan Creek
GoodHerkimer County, New York · 10MI W JCT Rts 51+5S · Structure no. 000000001094230
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 23 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 2,033
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
RTE 5S over Mcgowan Creek is a steel culvert carrying RTE 5S over Mcgowan Creek in Herkimer County, New York. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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 2,033 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,537 by 2041. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was RTE 5S over Mcgowan Creek built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.
What condition is RTE 5S over Mcgowan 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does RTE 5S over Mcgowan Creek carry?
About 2,033 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is RTE 5S over Mcgowan Creek?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.7 m).
Who owns RTE 5S over Mcgowan Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.