Luther Street over Bergholtz Creek
FairNiagara County, New York · 1.4 MI NW of ST Johnsburg · Structure no. 000000003329340
- Built
- 1947
- 78 years old, rebuilt 1996
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 48 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 436
- 2018 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Luther Street over Bergholtz Creek is a prestressed concrete box beam or girders - multiple carrying Luther Street over Bergholtz Creek in Niagara County, New York. It was built in 1947 and reconstructed in 1996, so it is 78 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 436 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 610 by 2038. The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Luther Street over Bergholtz Creek built?
It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1996.
What condition is Luther Street over Bergholtz 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does Luther Street over Bergholtz Creek carry?
About 436 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Luther Street over Bergholtz Creek?
The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long with a longest span of 46 ft (14 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns Luther Street over Bergholtz Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.