US Bridges

RTE 20 over Ocquionis Creek

Fair

Otsego County, New York · At Richfield Springs · Structure no. 000000001015860

Built
1929
96 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
21 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
5,699
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

RTE 20 over Ocquionis Creek is a concrete slab carrying RTE 20 over Ocquionis Creek in Otsego County, New York. It was built in 1929, so it is 96 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 5,699 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,753 by 2041. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long and 54 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesRTE 20
CrossesOcquionis Creek
LocationAt Richfield Springs
RouteU.S. Route 20
CountyOtsego County
StateNew York
Coordinates42.85421, -74.9905
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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2023
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
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span20 ft (6 m)
Deck width54 ft (16.6 m)
Roadway width43 ft (13.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,699 (2020)
Projected traffic5,753 by 2041
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 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$1.4 million (2024 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was RTE 20 over Ocquionis Creek built?

It was built in 1929, making it 96 years old in 2025.

What condition is RTE 20 over Ocquionis 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does RTE 20 over Ocquionis Creek carry?

About 5,699 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is RTE 20 over Ocquionis Creek?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6 m) and a deck 54 ft wide.

Who owns RTE 20 over Ocquionis Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.