Mcalpine Street over Black River Canal
FairPosted for loadLewis County, New York · 230 from Mcalpine ST · Structure no. 000000002267900
- Built
- 1865
- 160 years old, rebuilt 1920
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 26 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 4
- 2020 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
Mcalpine Street over Black River Canal is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Mcalpine Street over Black River Canal in Lewis County, New York. It was built in 1865 and reconstructed in 1920, so it is 160 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 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 4 vehicles a day, projected to reach 6 by 2040. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long and 16 ft wide.
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Mcalpine Street over Black River Canal built?
It was built in 1865, making it 160 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1920.
What condition is Mcalpine Street over Black River Canal 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 Mcalpine Street over Black River Canal carry?
About 4 vehicles per day (2020 count).
How long is Mcalpine Street over Black River Canal?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 23 ft (7 m) and a deck 16 ft wide.
Who owns Mcalpine Street over Black River Canal?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.