Goat Islnd Access over American Rapids Park RD
FairNiagara County, New York · 3.8 MI W Exit 21 of I190 · Structure no. 000000005068150
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old, rebuilt 2002
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 719 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,603
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Park, Forest, or Reservation Agency
About this bridge
Goat Islnd Access over American Rapids Park RD is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Goat Islnd Access over American Rapids Park RD in Niagara County, New York. It was built in 1960 and reconstructed in 2002, so it is 65 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 3,603 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,044 by 2039. The structure is 719 ft (219.2 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).
Location
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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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Goat Islnd Access over American Rapids Park RD built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2002.
What condition is Goat Islnd Access over American Rapids Park RD 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does Goat Islnd Access over American Rapids Park RD carry?
About 3,603 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Goat Islnd Access over American Rapids Park RD?
The structure is 719 ft (219.2 m) long with a longest span of 450 ft (137.1 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns Goat Islnd Access over American Rapids Park RD?
It is owned by the State Park, Forest, or Reservation Agency.