US Bridges

RTE 12 over House Creek

Good

Lewis County, New York · 5.8 MI N JCT 12 + 12D · Structure no. 000000001094610

Built
1964
61 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2023
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
47 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
4,976
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

RTE 12 over House Creek is a steel culvert carrying RTE 12 over House Creek in Lewis County, New York. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 4,976 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,023 by 2041. The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesRTE 12
CrossesHouse Creek
Location5.8 MI N JCT 12 + 12D
RouteState Highway 12
Coordinates43.69594, -75.40001
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating82.1 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length47 ft (14.3 m)
Longest span22 ft (6.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,976 (2015)
Projected traffic5,023 by 2041
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$665,000 (2024 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was RTE 12 over House Creek built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.

What condition is RTE 12 over House 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does RTE 12 over House Creek carry?

About 4,976 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is RTE 12 over House Creek?

The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.7 m).

Who owns RTE 12 over House Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.