RTE I278 over Old Place Creek
FairRichmond County, New York · JCT of Rts I-278 & I-440 · Structure no. 000000001072110
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 28 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,485
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
RTE I278 over Old Place Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying RTE I278 over Old Place Creek in Richmond County, New York. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 6 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 5,485 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,008 by 2041. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was RTE I278 over Old Place Creek built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.
What condition is RTE I278 over Old Place 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does RTE I278 over Old Place Creek carry?
About 5,485 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is RTE I278 over Old Place Creek?
The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (3.9 m).
Who owns RTE I278 over Old Place Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.