US Bridges

RTE 104 over Otter Creek

Fair

Orleans County, New York · 2.6MI W JCT Rts 104 + 279 · Structure no. 000000001036430

Built
1964
61 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
36 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,939
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

RTE 104 over Otter Creek is a concrete culvert carrying RTE 104 over Otter Creek in Orleans County, New York. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 2,939 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,966 by 2041. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.9 mi (40 km).

CarriesRTE 104
CrossesOtter Creek
Location2.6MI W JCT Rts 104 + 279
RouteState Highway 104
Coordinates43.27744, -78.2654
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
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 within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length36 ft (11 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,939 (2021)
Projected traffic2,966 by 2041
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed24.9 mi (40 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$503,000 (2024 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was RTE 104 over Otter Creek built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.

What condition is RTE 104 over Otter Creek 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 104 over Otter Creek carry?

About 2,939 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is RTE 104 over Otter Creek?

The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.5 m).

Who owns RTE 104 over Otter Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.