US Bridges

RTE 149 over Mud Creek

Good

Washington County, New York · 0.1 MI W JCT Rt 4 · Structure no. 000000001038460

Built
1953
72 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
7,882
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

RTE 149 over Mud Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying RTE 149 over Mud Creek in Washington County, New York. It was built in 1953, so it is 72 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 7,882 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,830 by 2041. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesRTE 149
CrossesMud Creek
Location0.1 MI W JCT Rt 4
RouteState Highway 149
Coordinates43.41446, -73.4931
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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating84 US tons
Inventory rating50 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length21 ft (6.4 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 traffic7,882 (2021)
Projected traffic8,830 by 2041
Trucks20%
Lanes on structure2
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 statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$236,000 (2024 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was RTE 149 over Mud Creek built?

It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.

What condition is RTE 149 over Mud 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does RTE 149 over Mud Creek carry?

About 7,882 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.

How long is RTE 149 over Mud Creek?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns RTE 149 over Mud Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.