Lafayette Sprg ST over Oswegatchie River
FairSt. Lawrence County, New York · In Ogdensburg · Structure no. 000000002221890
- Built
- 1916
- 109 years old, rebuilt 1994
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 597 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,876
- 2018 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Lafayette Sprg ST over Oswegatchie River is a concrete continuous arch - deck carrying Lafayette Sprg ST over Oswegatchie River in St. Lawrence County, New York. It was built in 1916 and reconstructed in 1994, so it is 109 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 3,876 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,708 by 2041. The structure is 597 ft (182 m) long and 45 ft wide. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Lafayette Sprg ST over Oswegatchie River built?
It was built in 1916, making it 109 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1994.
What condition is Lafayette Sprg ST over Oswegatchie River 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does Lafayette Sprg ST over Oswegatchie River carry?
About 3,876 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is Lafayette Sprg ST over Oswegatchie River?
The structure is 597 ft (182 m) long with a longest span of 137 ft (41.7 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.
Who owns Lafayette Sprg ST over Oswegatchie River?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.