RTE 263 over Ellicott Creek Amherst

Fair Condition46 years old14,861 vehicles/day

Location

StateNew York
CountyErie
Location0.8 Mi SW Int RT 263 +270
CarriesRTE 263
CrossesEllicott Creek Amherst
Coordinates43.00600, -78.77310

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length245.1 ft (74.7 m)
Max Span109.9 ft (33.5 m)
Deck Width69.9 ft (21.3 m)
Deck Area1591.1 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1980

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic14,861 (2020)
Truck Traffic3%
Lanes On Bridge4

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection524
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000001071720

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