US Bridges

Diamond Valley RD over Neiger Hollow Crk

PoorPosted for load

Tioga County, New York · 3.2 MI NE of Smithboro · Structure no. 000000002219000

Built
1940
85 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
33 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
261
2019 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

Diamond Valley RD over Neiger Hollow Crk is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Diamond Valley RD over Neiger Hollow Crk in Tioga County, New York. It was built in 1940, so it is 85 years old, older than the New York average of 53 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 2 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 261 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 365 by 2039. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long and 25 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesDiamond Valley RD
CrossesNeiger Hollow Crk
Location3.2 MI NE of Smithboro
Coordinates42.0735, -76.37565
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure2 CriticalAdvanced deterioration of primary structural elements. Bridge may be closed until corrective action is taken.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourScour critical; extensive scour has occurred
Structural evaluation2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating32 US tons
Inventory rating17 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length33 ft (10.1 m)
Longest span28 ft (8.5 m)
Deck width25 ft (7.5 m)
Roadway width22 ft (6.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic261 (2019)
Projected traffic365 by 2039
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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$568,000 (2024 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Diamond Valley RD over Neiger Hollow Crk built?

It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025.

What condition is Diamond Valley RD over Neiger Hollow Crk in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in June 2024.

How much traffic does Diamond Valley RD over Neiger Hollow Crk carry?

About 261 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is Diamond Valley RD over Neiger Hollow Crk?

The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.5 m) and a deck 25 ft wide.

Who owns Diamond Valley RD over Neiger Hollow Crk?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.