RTE I81 over Little Sandy Creek
FairOswego County, New York · RTE I-81 1.9MI S Jeff. Cl · Structure no. 000000001031952
- Built
- 1961
- 64 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Frame
- Concrete
- Length
- 43 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,996
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
RTE I81 over Little Sandy Creek is a concrete frame carrying RTE I81 over Little Sandy Creek in Oswego County, New York. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 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 6,996 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,842 by 2041. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was RTE I81 over Little Sandy Creek built?
It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.
What condition is RTE I81 over Little Sandy 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 I81 over Little Sandy Creek carry?
About 6,996 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is RTE I81 over Little Sandy Creek?
The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.4 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.
Who owns RTE I81 over Little Sandy Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.