Elm Street over Saw Mill River
PoorWestchester County, New York · 1.5 MI W of Dunwoodie · Structure no. 000000002254800
- Built
- 1900
- 125 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Masonry
- Length
- 56 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 4,465
- 2018 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Elm Street over Saw Mill River is a masonry arch - deck carrying Elm Street over Saw Mill River in Westchester County, New York. It was built in 1900, so it is 125 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 4 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.
It carries about 4,465 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,485 by 2041. The structure is 56 ft (17.1 m) long and 52 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).
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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.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Elm Street over Saw Mill River built?
It was built in 1900, making it 125 years old in 2025.
What condition is Elm Street over Saw Mill River 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does Elm Street over Saw Mill River carry?
About 4,465 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is Elm Street over Saw Mill River?
The structure is 56 ft (17.1 m) long with a longest span of 38 ft (11.5 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.
Who owns Elm Street over Saw Mill River?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.