Elm Ridge Road over Otter Creek
GoodJefferson County, New York · 3.6 MI SE of Theresa · Structure no. 000000003339370
- Built
- 1991
- 34 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Aluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
- Length
- 41 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 275
- 2019 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Elm Ridge Road over Otter Creek is a aluminum, wrought iron, or cast iron culvert carrying Elm Ridge Road over Otter Creek in Jefferson County, New York. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 years old, younger 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 275 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 385 by 2039. The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Elm Ridge Road over Otter Creek built?
It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.
What condition is Elm Ridge Road 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does Elm Ridge Road over Otter Creek carry?
About 275 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is Elm Ridge Road over Otter Creek?
The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long with a longest span of 17 ft (5.1 m).
Who owns Elm Ridge Road over Otter Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.