US Bridges

RTE 9W over I-787 RTE I787

Fair

Albany County, New York · JCT of US 9W & I787 · Structure no. 000000001007620

Built
1966
59 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
224 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
18,926
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

RTE 9W over I-787 RTE I787 is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying RTE 9W over I-787 RTE I787 in Albany County, New York. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 years old, older than the New York average of 53 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 18,926 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,014 by 2041. The structure is 224 ft (68.3 m) long and 67 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesRTE 9W
CrossesI-787 RTE I787
LocationJCT of US 9W & I787
RouteU.S. Route 9W
CountyAlbany County
StateNew York
Coordinates42.63351, -73.7751
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating68 US tons
Inventory rating40 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadH 20
Structure length224 ft (68.3 m)
Longest span83 ft (25.3 m)
Deck width67 ft (20.4 m)
Roadway width56 ft (17.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic18,926 (2017)
Projected traffic19,014 by 2041
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$5.6 million (2024 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was RTE 9W over I-787 RTE I787 built?

It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.

What condition is RTE 9W over I-787 RTE I787 in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in July 2024.

How much traffic does RTE 9W over I-787 RTE I787 carry?

About 18,926 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is RTE 9W over I-787 RTE I787?

The structure is 224 ft (68.3 m) long with a longest span of 83 ft (25.3 m) and a deck 67 ft wide.

Who owns RTE 9W over I-787 RTE I787?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.