Schibley Road over Moose River
PoorPosted for loadLewis County, New York · 1.4 MI E of Lyons Falls · Structure no. 000000003339760
- Built
- 1942
- 83 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Truss - Thru
- Steel
- Length
- 108 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 250
- 2018 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Schibley Road over Moose River is a steel truss - thru carrying Schibley Road over Moose River in Lewis County, New York. It was built in 1942, so it is 83 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 4 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 250 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 350 by 2038. The structure is 108 ft (32.9 m) long and 15 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5.6 mi (9 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, 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 Schibley Road over Moose River built?
It was built in 1942, making it 83 years old in 2025.
What condition is Schibley Road over Moose River 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does Schibley Road over Moose River carry?
About 250 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is Schibley Road over Moose River?
The structure is 108 ft (32.9 m) long with a longest span of 105 ft (32 m) and a deck 15 ft wide.
Who owns Schibley Road over Moose River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.