RTE 98 over Erie Canal

Poor Condition112 years old4,319 vehicles/day

Location

StateNew York
CountyOrleans
LocationJct S.h.98 & Barge Canal
CarriesRTE 98
CrossesErie Canal
Coordinates43.24910, -78.19367

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionPoor
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure4 (Poor)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway8 (Very Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignMovable - Lift
Total Length138.1 ft (42.1 m)
Max Span115.8 ft (35.3 m)
Deck Width20.3 ft (6.2 m)
Deck Area261.0 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1914 (reconstructed 1986)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic4,319 (2018)
Truck Traffic5%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection924
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceHistorical significance is not determined
Structure Number000000004445260

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