US Bridges

RTE I90 over Old Erie Canal

Fair

Madison County, New York · 3.6 MI W JCT I90@INT 34 · Structure no. 000000004512829

Built
1954
71 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
34 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
31,294
2020 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

RTE I90 over Old Erie Canal is a concrete culvert carrying RTE I90 over Old Erie Canal in Madison County, New York. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 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 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 31,294 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 36,056 by 2041. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).

Location

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CarriesRTE I90
CrossesOld Erie Canal
Location3.6 MI W JCT I90@INT 34
RouteInterstate 90
CountyMadison County
StateNew York
Coordinates43.10696, -75.67979
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating83.4 US tons
Inventory rating32.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length34 ft (10.4 m)
Longest span16 ft (4.9 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic31,294 (2020)
Projected traffic36,056 by 2041
Trucks23%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.8 mi (19 km)
TollOn an Interstate toll segment under Secretarial agreement
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Toll Authority
Maintained byState Toll Authority
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$2 million (2024 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was RTE I90 over Old Erie Canal built?

It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.

What condition is RTE I90 over Old Erie 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does RTE I90 over Old Erie Canal carry?

About 31,294 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.

How long is RTE I90 over Old Erie Canal?

The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m).

Who owns RTE I90 over Old Erie Canal?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.