US Bridges

County Road 78 over Unknown Creek

Good

Saratoga County, New York · .5M N Route 67 · Structure no. 000000002270570

Built
2009
16 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
37 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
4,478
2014 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

County Road 78 over Unknown Creek is a concrete culvert carrying County Road 78 over Unknown Creek in Saratoga County, New York. It was built in 2009, so it is 16 years old, younger 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 9 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 4,478 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,269 by 2034. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesCounty Road 78
CrossesUnknown Creek
Location.5M N Route 67
RouteCounty Highway 0
Coordinates42.95431, -73.77689
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating89.9 US tons
Inventory rating54 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length37 ft (11.3 m)
Longest span36 ft (11 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,478 (2014)
Projected traffic6,269 by 2034
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$1.8 million (2024 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was County Road 78 over Unknown Creek built?

It was built in 2009, making it 16 years old in 2025.

What condition is County Road 78 over Unknown 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does County Road 78 over Unknown Creek carry?

About 4,478 vehicles per day (2014 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is County Road 78 over Unknown Creek?

The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 36 ft (11 m).

Who owns County Road 78 over Unknown Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.