RTE I787 over Little River
PoorAlbany County, New York · 0.6 MI N JCT I787 & 378 · Structure no. 000000001092360
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 75,462
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
RTE I787 over Little River is a steel culvert carrying RTE I787 over Little River in Albany County, New York. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 years old, older than the New York average of 53 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 75,462 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 119,584 by 2041. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long.
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was RTE I787 over Little River built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.
What condition is RTE I787 over Little River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in September 2024.
How much traffic does RTE I787 over Little River carry?
About 75,462 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is RTE I787 over Little River?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).
Who owns RTE I787 over Little River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.