RTE 26 over Otter Creek
GoodJefferson County, New York · 3.1MI W JCT Rt 26 & US11 · Structure no. 000000001047950
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 41 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,451
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
RTE 26 over Otter Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying RTE 26 over Otter Creek in Jefferson County, New York. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 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 1,451 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,513 by 2041. The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was RTE 26 over Otter Creek built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.
What condition is RTE 26 over Otter 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does RTE 26 over Otter Creek carry?
About 1,451 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is RTE 26 over Otter Creek?
The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6 m).
Who owns RTE 26 over Otter Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.