RTE I81 over RTE 11 Lindsey Creek
FairJefferson County, New York · 3.7 MI S JCT Rts 193 +I81 · Structure no. 000000001008601
- Built
- 1961
- 64 years old, rebuilt 1992
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 447 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,913
- 2015 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
RTE I81 over RTE 11 Lindsey Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying RTE I81 over RTE 11 Lindsey Creek in Jefferson County, New York. It was built in 1961 and reconstructed in 1992, so it is 64 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 9,913 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks. The structure is 447 ft (136.2 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was RTE I81 over RTE 11 Lindsey Creek built?
It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1992.
What condition is RTE I81 over RTE 11 Lindsey Creek 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does RTE I81 over RTE 11 Lindsey Creek carry?
About 9,913 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.
How long is RTE I81 over RTE 11 Lindsey Creek?
The structure is 447 ft (136.2 m) long with a longest span of 112 ft (34.1 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns RTE I81 over RTE 11 Lindsey Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.