RTE 18 over Hopkins Creek
GoodNiagara County, New York · 1.7 MI W JCT Rts 18 + 78 · Structure no. 000000001060050
- Built
- 1967
- 58 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 27 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,199
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
RTE 18 over Hopkins Creek is a steel culvert carrying RTE 18 over Hopkins Creek in Niagara County, New York. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 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 1,199 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,266 by 2041. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was RTE 18 over Hopkins Creek built?
It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.
What condition is RTE 18 over Hopkins Creek 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does RTE 18 over Hopkins Creek carry?
About 1,199 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is RTE 18 over Hopkins Creek?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.3 m).
Who owns RTE 18 over Hopkins Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.