US Bridges

Stillwell RD over John Black Creek

Good

Schuyler County, New York · 1.8 MI W of Perry City · Structure no. 000000002216000

Built
2017
8 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
433
2020 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

Stillwell RD over John Black Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Stillwell RD over John Black Creek in Schuyler County, New York. It was built in 2017, so it is 8 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 433 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 606 by 2040. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 2.5 mi (4 km).

CarriesStillwell RD
CrossesJohn Black Creek
Location1.8 MI W of Perry City
Coordinates42.49216, -76.72904
Functional classRural 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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating99 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length26 ft (7.9 m)
Longest span24 ft (7.3 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.2 m)
Roadway width23 ft (6.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic433 (2020)
Projected traffic606 by 2040
Trucks19%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed2.5 mi (4 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerTown or Township Highway Agency
Maintained byTown or Township Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$894,000 (2024 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Stillwell RD over John Black Creek built?

It was built in 2017, making it 8 years old in 2025.

What condition is Stillwell RD over John Black 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does Stillwell RD over John Black Creek carry?

About 433 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.

How long is Stillwell RD over John Black Creek?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns Stillwell RD over John Black Creek?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.