RTE I81 over Bear Creek
FairJefferson County, New York · 0.2 MI N JCT 193 + I-81 · Structure no. 000000001032011
- Built
- 1961
- 64 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,336
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
RTE I81 over Bear Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying RTE I81 over Bear Creek in Jefferson County, New York. It was built in 1961, 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 6 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 9,336 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 7.5 mi (12 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was RTE I81 over Bear Creek built?
It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.
What condition is RTE I81 over Bear 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 Bear Creek carry?
About 9,336 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.
How long is RTE I81 over Bear Creek?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.3 m).
Who owns RTE I81 over Bear Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.