US Bridges

Trimmer Road over Erie Canal Bike Path Er

PoorPosted for load

Monroe County, New York · 1.2MI W JCT Barge C + 259 · Structure no. 000000004443160

Built
1909
116 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected August 2024
Type
Truss - Thru
Steel
Length
195 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
910
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Trimmer Road over Erie Canal Bike Path Er is a steel truss - thru carrying Trimmer Road over Erie Canal Bike Path Er in Monroe County, New York. It was built in 1909, so it is 116 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 910 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,274 by 2041. The structure is 195 ft (59.4 m) long and 16 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 2.5 mi (4 km).

CarriesTrimmer Road
CrossesErie Canal Bike Path Er
Location1.2MI W JCT Barge C + 259
Coordinates43.19586, -77.82348
Functional classUrban Local

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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Operating rating7.1 US tons
Inventory rating7.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTruss - Thru
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1 (+2 approach)
Design loadUnknown
Structure length195 ft (59.4 m)
Longest span148 ft (45.1 m)
Deck width16 ft (5 m)
Roadway width15 ft (4.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deck14 ft (4.2 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic910 (2021)
Projected traffic1,274 by 2041
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed2.5 mi (4 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedDeck replacement with only incidental widening
Estimated improvement cost$4.2 million (2024 estimate)
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was Trimmer Road over Erie Canal Bike Path Er built?

It was built in 1909, making it 116 years old in 2025.

What condition is Trimmer Road over Erie Canal Bike Path Er 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does Trimmer Road over Erie Canal Bike Path Er carry?

About 910 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Trimmer Road over Erie Canal Bike Path Er?

The structure is 195 ft (59.4 m) long with a longest span of 148 ft (45.1 m) and a deck 16 ft wide.

Who owns Trimmer Road over Erie Canal Bike Path Er?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.