Number Four Road over Black River
GoodLewis County, New York · 0.2 MI W of Watson · Structure no. 000000003339790
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old, rebuilt 2004
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 375 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,260
- 2016 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Number Four Road over Black River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Number Four Road over Black River in Lewis County, New York. It was built in 1963 and reconstructed in 2004, so it is 62 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 4,260 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,964 by 2036. The structure is 375 ft (114.3 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 10.6 mi (17 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Number Four Road over Black River built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2004.
What condition is Number Four Road over Black River 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does Number Four Road over Black River carry?
About 4,260 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is Number Four Road over Black River?
The structure is 375 ft (114.3 m) long with a longest span of 92 ft (28 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.
Who owns Number Four Road over Black River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.