RTE 3 over Dead Creek
GoodSt. Lawrence County, New York · 7.3 MI SE JCT RTE 3 & 56 · Structure no. 000000001000730
- Built
- 1959
- 66 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 44 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,765
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
RTE 3 over Dead Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying RTE 3 over Dead Creek in St. Lawrence County, New York. It was built in 1959, so it is 66 years old, older than the New York average of 53 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 1,765 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,781 by 2041. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was RTE 3 over Dead Creek built?
It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.
What condition is RTE 3 over Dead Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in July 2023.
How much traffic does RTE 3 over Dead Creek carry?
About 1,765 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is RTE 3 over Dead Creek?
The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6 m).
Who owns RTE 3 over Dead Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.