RTE 31 over Oak Orchard River
GoodOrleans County, New York · 0.2MI E JCT Rts 31 + 63 · Structure no. 000000001021510
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old, rebuilt 2004
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 128 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 3,848
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
RTE 31 over Oak Orchard River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying RTE 31 over Oak Orchard River in Orleans County, New York. It was built in 1970 and reconstructed in 2004, so it is 55 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 3,848 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,866 by 2041. The structure is 128 ft (39 m) long and 59 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 17.4 mi (28 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was RTE 31 over Oak Orchard River built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2004.
What condition is RTE 31 over Oak Orchard River 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does RTE 31 over Oak Orchard River carry?
About 3,848 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is RTE 31 over Oak Orchard River?
The structure is 128 ft (39 m) long with a longest span of 124 ft (37.8 m) and a deck 59 ft wide.
Who owns RTE 31 over Oak Orchard River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.