US Bridges

RTE 14 over Diversion of Catherine C

Fair

Schuyler County, New York · 0.9 MI S of Montour Falls · Structure no. 000000001010880

Built
1950
75 years old, rebuilt 2008
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
247 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,982
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

RTE 14 over Diversion of Catherine C is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying RTE 14 over Diversion of Catherine C in Schuyler County, New York. It was built in 1950 and reconstructed in 2008, so it is 75 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 5,982 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,038 by 2041. The structure is 247 ft (75.3 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 37.9 mi (61 km).

Location

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CarriesRTE 14
CrossesDiversion of Catherine C
Location0.9 MI S of Montour Falls
RouteState Highway 14
CountySchuyler County
StateNew York
Coordinates42.33791, -76.83697
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating71.7 US tons
Inventory rating43 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length247 ft (75.3 m)
Longest span80 ft (24.4 m)
Deck width43 ft (13.1 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,982 (2021)
Projected traffic6,038 by 2041
Trucks12%
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$5.5 million (2024 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was RTE 14 over Diversion of Catherine C built?

It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2008.

What condition is RTE 14 over Diversion of Catherine C 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 RTE 14 over Diversion of Catherine C carry?

About 5,982 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is RTE 14 over Diversion of Catherine C?

The structure is 247 ft (75.3 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns RTE 14 over Diversion of Catherine C?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.