Allens Bridge RD over Erie Canal Trail Erie C
PoorClosed to trafficOrleans County, New York · 3.8MI W JCT Barge C+RTE98 · Structure no. 000000004445160
- Built
- 1909
- 116 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Truss - Thru
- Steel
- Length
- 189 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 89
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Allens Bridge RD over Erie Canal Trail Erie C is a steel truss - thru carrying Allens Bridge RD over Erie Canal Trail Erie C in Orleans County, New York. It was built in 1909, so it is 116 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 2 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. Its operating status is: closed to all traffic.
It carries about 89 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 125 by 2041. The structure is 189 ft (57.6 m) long and 16 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 | 2 Critical | Advanced deterioration of primary structural elements. Bridge may be closed until corrective action is taken. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Allens Bridge RD over Erie Canal Trail Erie C built?
It was built in 1909, making it 116 years old in 2025.
What condition is Allens Bridge RD over Erie Canal Trail Erie C 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does Allens Bridge RD over Erie Canal Trail Erie C carry?
About 89 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is Allens Bridge RD over Erie Canal Trail Erie C?
The structure is 189 ft (57.6 m) long with a longest span of 148 ft (45.1 m) and a deck 16 ft wide.
Who owns Allens Bridge RD over Erie Canal Trail Erie C?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.