RTE 5 over Sterling Creek
Fair Condition97 years old5,595 vehicles/day
Location
| State | New York |
| County | Herkimer |
| Location | 5.6 Mi W Jct Rts 5 & 51 |
| Carries | RTE 5 |
| Crosses | Sterling Creek |
| Coordinates | 43.07626, -75.11229 |
Condition Ratings
| Overall Condition | Fair |
| Deck | 7 (Good) |
| Superstructure | 5 (Fair) |
| Substructure | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Channel/Waterway | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Scour Critical | 5 — Stable for scour |
Physical Characteristics
| Material | Steel |
| Design | Girder and Floorbeam |
| Total Length | 77.1 ft (23.5 m) |
| Max Span | 74.8 ft (22.8 m) |
| Deck Width | 43.6 ft (13.3 m) |
| Deck Area | 312.6 sq m |
| Main Spans | 1 |
| Year Built | 1929 (reconstructed 2011) |
Traffic
| Avg Daily Traffic | 5,595 (2019) |
| Truck Traffic | 9% |
| Lanes On Bridge | 2 |
Inspection & Ownership
| Last Inspection | November 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | Every 24 months |
| Owner | State Highway Agency |
| Historical Significance | Bridge is not eligible for the National Register |
| Structure Number | 000000001002390 |