US Bridges

RTE 33 over CSX Trans/ AMTRAK

PoorPosted for load

Monroe County, New York · 1 Mile SW of Churchville · Structure no. 000000001023000

Built
1939
86 years old, rebuilt 1975
Condition
Poor
inspected October 2024
Type
Truss - Thru
Steel
Length
293 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,916
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

RTE 33 over CSX Trans/ AMTRAK is a steel truss - thru carrying RTE 33 over CSX Trans/ AMTRAK in Monroe County, New York. It was built in 1939 and reconstructed in 1975, so it is 86 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 other load-capacity restriction.

It carries about 2,916 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,041 by 2041. The structure is 293 ft (89.3 m) long and 51 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 7.5 mi (12 km).

Location

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CarriesRTE 33
CrossesCSX Trans/ AMTRAK
Location1 Mile SW of Churchville
RouteState Highway 33
CountyMonroe County
StateNew York
Coordinates43.0919, -77.92104
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Poor

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.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Superstructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusPosted for other load-capacity restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating56 US tons
Inventory rating24 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTruss - Thru
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length293 ft (89.3 m)
Longest span144 ft (43.9 m)
Deck width51 ft (15.6 m)
Roadway width47 ft (14.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deck14 ft (4.3 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,916 (2021)
Projected traffic3,041 by 2041
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed7.5 mi (12 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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$19.8 million (2024 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was RTE 33 over CSX Trans/ AMTRAK built?

It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1975.

What condition is RTE 33 over CSX Trans/ AMTRAK 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does RTE 33 over CSX Trans/ AMTRAK carry?

About 2,916 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is RTE 33 over CSX Trans/ AMTRAK?

The structure is 293 ft (89.3 m) long with a longest span of 144 ft (43.9 m) and a deck 51 ft wide.

Who owns RTE 33 over CSX Trans/ AMTRAK?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.