US Bridges

RTE 225 over Unknown Creek

Fair

Steuben County, New York · 1.0 MI S of Corning · Structure no. 000000001096500

Built
1976
49 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
9,018
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

RTE 225 over Unknown Creek is a steel culvert carrying RTE 225 over Unknown Creek in Steuben County, New York. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 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 5 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 9,018 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,955 by 2041. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 28.6 mi (46 km).

Location

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CarriesRTE 225
CrossesUnknown Creek
Location1.0 MI S of Corning
RouteState Highway 225
CountySteuben County
StateNew York
Coordinates42.12851, -77.03564
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating73 US tons
Inventory rating69 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length22 ft (6.7 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 traffic9,018 (2020)
Projected traffic10,955 by 2041
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed28.6 mi (46 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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$303,000 (2024 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was RTE 225 over Unknown Creek built?

It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.

What condition is RTE 225 over Unknown Creek 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does RTE 225 over Unknown Creek carry?

About 9,018 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is RTE 225 over Unknown Creek?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns RTE 225 over Unknown Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.