US Bridges

RTE 53 over Trib Fivemile Crk

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Steuben County, New York · 1.5 MI NE JCT 86I & SR53 · Structure no. 000000001096460

Built
1959
66 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,427
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

RTE 53 over Trib Fivemile Crk is a steel culvert carrying RTE 53 over Trib Fivemile Crk in Steuben County, New York. It was built in 1959, so it is 66 years old, older 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 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 2,427 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,531 by 2041. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 46 mi (74 km).

Location

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CarriesRTE 53
CrossesTrib Fivemile Crk
Location1.5 MI NE JCT 86I & SR53
RouteState Highway 53
CountySteuben County
StateNew York
Coordinates42.40981, -77.34821
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating99 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,427 (2021)
Projected traffic2,531 by 2041
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed46 mi (74 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$287,000 (2024 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was RTE 53 over Trib Fivemile Crk built?

It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.

What condition is RTE 53 over Trib Fivemile Crk 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does RTE 53 over Trib Fivemile Crk carry?

About 2,427 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is RTE 53 over Trib Fivemile Crk?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns RTE 53 over Trib Fivemile Crk?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.