US Bridges

RTE I86 over Trib Cohocton River

Fair

Steuben County, New York · 1.7 MI NW of Bath - I86 · Structure no. 000000001090840

Built
1972
53 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
25 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
21,663
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

RTE I86 over Trib Cohocton River is a steel culvert carrying RTE I86 over Trib Cohocton River in Steuben County, New York. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 years old, younger 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 21,663 vehicles a day, roughly 27% of them trucks, projected to reach 36,432 by 2039. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesRTE I86
CrossesTrib Cohocton River
Location1.7 MI NW of Bath - I86
RouteInterstate 86
CountySteuben County
StateNew York
Coordinates42.35992, -77.34848
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating99 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length25 ft (7.6 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic21,663 (2018)
Projected traffic36,432 by 2039
Trucks27%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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$728,000 (2024 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was RTE I86 over Trib Cohocton River built?

It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.

What condition is RTE I86 over Trib Cohocton 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does RTE I86 over Trib Cohocton River carry?

About 21,663 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 27% are trucks.

How long is RTE I86 over Trib Cohocton River?

The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns RTE I86 over Trib Cohocton River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.