Rt. 85 Southbound over Patroon Creek
GoodAlbany County, New York · .1 MI W JCT I90 & SH 85 · Structure no. 000000001092840
- Built
- 1967
- 58 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Other
- Length
- 25 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,240
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Rt. 85 Southbound over Patroon Creek is a other culvert carrying Rt. 85 Southbound over Patroon Creek in Albany County, New York. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 years old, older than the New York average of 53 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 9 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 8,240 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,057 by 2041. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 9 Excellent | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 9 Excellent | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Rt. 85 Southbound over Patroon Creek built?
It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.
What condition is Rt. 85 Southbound over Patroon Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in May 2024.
How much traffic does Rt. 85 Southbound over Patroon Creek carry?
About 8,240 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Rt. 85 Southbound over Patroon Creek?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).
Who owns Rt. 85 Southbound over Patroon Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.