RTE I81 over Gillette Creek
FairJefferson County, New York · 4.6 MI S JCT I-81 + 411 · Structure no. 000000001094642
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 50 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,435
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
RTE I81 over Gillette Creek is a steel culvert carrying RTE I81 over Gillette Creek in Jefferson County, New York. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 5,435 vehicles a day, roughly 26% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,472 by 2041. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Gillette Creek built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.
What condition is RTE I81 over Gillette 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does RTE I81 over Gillette Creek carry?
About 5,435 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 26% are trucks.
How long is RTE I81 over Gillette Creek?
The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (3.9 m).
Who owns RTE I81 over Gillette Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.