US Bridges

RTE 17 over Dry Brook Creek

Good

Tioga County, New York · In Waverly · Structure no. 000000001090800

Built
1973
52 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
24 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
16,267
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

RTE 17 over Dry Brook Creek is a steel culvert carrying RTE 17 over Dry Brook Creek in Tioga County, New York. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 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 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 16,267 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 25,384 by 2041. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesRTE 17
CrossesDry Brook Creek
LocationIn Waverly
RouteState Highway 17
Coordinates41.99862, -76.54386
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
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 25 or greater
Structure length24 ft (7.3 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 traffic16,267 (2021)
Projected traffic25,384 by 2041
Trucks22%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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$375,000 (2024 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was RTE 17 over Dry Brook Creek built?

It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.

What condition is RTE 17 over Dry Brook 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does RTE 17 over Dry Brook Creek carry?

About 16,267 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.

How long is RTE 17 over Dry Brook Creek?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns RTE 17 over Dry Brook Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.