Abandoned G & W RR over Fish Creek
PoorPosted for loadLewis County, New York · Greenfieldwesternrr/Fishc · Structure no. 000000001078870
- Built
- 1920
- 105 years old, rebuilt 1980
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 45 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 20
- 2013 count
- Owner
- State
- Other State Agency
About this bridge
Abandoned G & W RR over Fish Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Abandoned G & W RR over Fish Creek in Lewis County, New York. It was built in 1920 and reconstructed in 1980, so it is 105 years old, older than the New York average of 53 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 2 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 20 vehicles a day, projected to reach 28 by 2033. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long and 13 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 2 Critical | Advanced deterioration of primary structural elements. Bridge may be closed until corrective action is taken. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Abandoned G & W RR over Fish Creek built?
It was built in 1920, making it 105 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1980.
What condition is Abandoned G & W RR over Fish Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in June 2024.
How much traffic does Abandoned G & W RR over Fish Creek carry?
About 20 vehicles per day (2013 count).
How long is Abandoned G & W RR over Fish Creek?
The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 43 ft (13 m) and a deck 13 ft wide.
Who owns Abandoned G & W RR over Fish Creek?
It is owned by the Other State Agency.