US Bridges

Slayton Settmt RD over Erie Canal South Trail

PoorPosted for load

Niagara County, New York · 4 MI W JCT SH271 & Canal · Structure no. 000000004454060

Built
1911
114 years old, rebuilt 1993
Condition
Poor
inspected September 2024
Type
Truss - Thru
Steel
Length
192 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
—
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Slayton Settmt RD over Erie Canal South Trail is a steel truss - thru carrying Slayton Settmt RD over Erie Canal South Trail in Niagara County, New York. It was built in 1911 and reconstructed in 1993, so it is 114 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 3 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.

No traffic count is recorded. The structure is 192 ft (58.5 m) long and 16 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesSlayton Settmt RD
CrossesErie Canal South Trail
Location4 MI W JCT SH271 & Canal
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyNiagara County
StateNew York
Coordinates43.20685, -78.546
Functional classRural 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.
Superstructure3 SeriousLoss of section, deterioration, spalling or scour have seriously affected primary structural components.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionSeptember 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 geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Operating rating20 US tons
Inventory rating12 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTruss - Thru
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length192 ft (58.5 m)
Longest span148 ft (45.1 m)
Deck width16 ft (5 m)
Roadway width14 ft (4.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deck14 ft (4.2 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic—
Projected traffic—
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 million (2024 estimate)
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was Slayton Settmt RD over Erie Canal South Trail built?

It was built in 1911, making it 114 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1993.

What condition is Slayton Settmt RD over Erie Canal South Trail 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does Slayton Settmt RD over Erie Canal South Trail carry?

No traffic count is recorded for this structure.

How long is Slayton Settmt RD over Erie Canal South Trail?

The structure is 192 ft (58.5 m) long with a longest span of 148 ft (45.1 m) and a deck 16 ft wide.

Who owns Slayton Settmt RD over Erie Canal South Trail?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.