RTE I81 over Philomel Creek
FairJefferson County, New York · 1.1 MI S JCT I-81 & 342 · Structure no. 000000001043261
- Built
- 1959
- 66 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 37 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,604
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
RTE I81 over Philomel Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying RTE I81 over Philomel Creek in Jefferson County, New York. It was built in 1959, so it is 66 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 9,604 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).
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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 Philomel Creek built?
It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.
What condition is RTE I81 over Philomel 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does RTE I81 over Philomel Creek carry?
About 9,604 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is RTE I81 over Philomel Creek?
The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m).
Who owns RTE I81 over Philomel Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.