RTE 281 over Cold Brook

Fair Condition80 years old4,588 vehicles/day

Location

StateNew York
CountyCortland
Location3.0 Mi N Jct Rts 41 + 281
CarriesRTE 281
CrossesCold Brook
Coordinates42.68567, -76.16944

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical4 — Foundations need monitoring

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length51.8 ft (15.8 m)
Max Span50.9 ft (15.5 m)
Deck Width35.8 ft (10.9 m)
Deck Area172.2 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1946 (reconstructed 2012)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic4,588 (2020)
Truck Traffic7%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection723
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000001044430

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