US Bridges

RTE 14 over Sullivan Glen Creek

Good

Schuyler County, New York · 1.4 MI S of Montour Falls · Structure no. 000000001010860

Built
2019
6 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
32 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
5,687
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

RTE 14 over Sullivan Glen Creek is a concrete culvert carrying RTE 14 over Sullivan Glen Creek in Schuyler County, New York. It was built in 2019, so it is 6 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 5,687 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,741 by 2041. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 37.9 mi (61 km).

CarriesRTE 14
CrossesSullivan Glen Creek
Location1.4 MI S of Montour Falls
RouteState Highway 14
Coordinates42.32997, -76.83971
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating91.1 US tons
Inventory rating54 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length32 ft (9.8 m)
Longest span30 ft (9.1 m)
Deck width43 ft (13.2 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,687 (2020)
Projected traffic5,741 by 2041
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed37.9 mi (61 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$1 million (2024 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was RTE 14 over Sullivan Glen Creek built?

It was built in 2019, making it 6 years old in 2025.

What condition is RTE 14 over Sullivan Glen 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does RTE 14 over Sullivan Glen Creek carry?

About 5,687 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is RTE 14 over Sullivan Glen Creek?

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns RTE 14 over Sullivan Glen Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.