US Bridges

RTE 5 over Canandaiguaoutlet

Fair

Ontario County, New York · 0.1MI W JCT Rts 5+20 +364 · Structure no. 000000001001850

Built
1955
70 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
40 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
27,634
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

RTE 5 over Canandaiguaoutlet is a concrete culvert carrying RTE 5 over Canandaiguaoutlet in Ontario County, New York. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 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 27,634 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 27,763 by 2041. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 25.5 mi (41 km).

Location

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CarriesRTE 5
CrossesCanandaiguaoutlet
Location0.1MI W JCT Rts 5+20 +364
RouteState Highway 5
CountyOntario County
StateNew York
Coordinates42.87656, -77.25094
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length40 ft (12.2 m)
Longest span18 ft (5.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic27,634 (2020)
Projected traffic27,763 by 2041
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed25.5 mi (41 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$1.1 million (2024 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was RTE 5 over Canandaiguaoutlet built?

It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.

What condition is RTE 5 over Canandaiguaoutlet 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does RTE 5 over Canandaiguaoutlet carry?

About 27,634 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is RTE 5 over Canandaiguaoutlet?

The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 18 ft (5.5 m).

Who owns RTE 5 over Canandaiguaoutlet?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.