US Bridges

Ramps Fm/To RTE 5S over Starch Factory Ck

Good

Oneida County, New York · Route 5S WB Ramps · Structure no. 000000001078770

Built
1968
57 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
28 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,371
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ramps Fm/To RTE 5S over Starch Factory Ck is a concrete culvert carrying Ramps Fm/To RTE 5S over Starch Factory Ck in Oneida County, New York. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 1,371 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,711 by 2041. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesRamps Fm/To RTE 5S
CrossesStarch Factory Ck
LocationRoute 5S WB Ramps
RouteState Highway 0
Coordinates43.09667, -75.19103
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadH 20
Structure length28 ft (8.5 m)
Longest span23 ft (7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,371 (2019)
Projected traffic1,711 by 2041
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$482,000 (2024 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Ramps Fm/To RTE 5S over Starch Factory Ck built?

It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ramps Fm/To RTE 5S over Starch Factory Ck 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 2024.

How much traffic does Ramps Fm/To RTE 5S over Starch Factory Ck carry?

About 1,371 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is Ramps Fm/To RTE 5S over Starch Factory Ck?

The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 23 ft (7 m).

Who owns Ramps Fm/To RTE 5S over Starch Factory Ck?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.