RTE I81 over East Washington ST East
PoorOnondaga County, New York · JCT of Rts I-81 SB + 5 · Structure no. 000000001053860
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 1,425 ft
- 15 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 114,111
- 2003 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
RTE I81 over East Washington ST East is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying RTE I81 over East Washington ST East in Onondaga 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 poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 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.
It carries about 114,111 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 159,755 by 2023. The structure is 1,425 ft (434.3 m) long and 34 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 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was RTE I81 over East Washington ST East built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.
What condition is RTE I81 over East Washington ST East 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does RTE I81 over East Washington ST East carry?
About 114,111 vehicles per day (2003 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is RTE I81 over East Washington ST East?
The structure is 1,425 ft (434.3 m) long with a longest span of 122 ft (37.2 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns RTE I81 over East Washington ST East?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.