RTE 5S over Van Wie Creek
FairMontgomery County, New York · 58MI E JCT Rts 162+5S · Structure no. 000000001002890
- Built
- 1954
- 71 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 44 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,882
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
RTE 5S over Van Wie Creek is a concrete culvert carrying RTE 5S over Van Wie Creek in Montgomery 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 5 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 1,882 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,963 by 2041. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 12.4 mi (20 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
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Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was RTE 5S over Van Wie Creek built?
It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.
What condition is RTE 5S over Van Wie Creek 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does RTE 5S over Van Wie Creek carry?
About 1,882 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is RTE 5S over Van Wie Creek?
The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6 m).
Who owns RTE 5S over Van Wie Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.