Michigan Avenue over Buffalo River

Fair Condition96 years old2,133 vehicles/day

Location

StateNew York
CountyErie
Location.3 Mi SW Jct Sh5 & Buf Rv
CarriesMichigan Avenue
CrossesBuffalo River
Coordinates42.87141, -78.87335

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure5 (Fair)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical5 — Stable for scour

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignMovable - Lift
Total Length238.8 ft (72.8 m)
Max Span235.9 ft (71.9 m)
Deck Width41.3 ft (12.6 m)
Deck Area917.3 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1930 (reconstructed 1996)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic2,133 (2019)
Truck Traffic13%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last InspectionOctober 2023
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerCity/Municipal Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000002260450

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