US Bridges

RTE 912 over Binnens Kill Schodack C

Fair

Albany County, New York · 1 MI E Exit 21B of I90 · Structure no. 000000005006599

Built
1958
67 years old, rebuilt 1996
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2024
Type
Truss - Thru
Steel
Length
5,330 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
14,219
2020 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

RTE 912 over Binnens Kill Schodack C is a steel truss - thru carrying RTE 912 over Binnens Kill Schodack C in Albany County, New York. It was built in 1958 and reconstructed in 1996, so it is 67 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 14,219 vehicles a day, roughly 42% of them trucks, projected to reach 22,188 by 2041. The structure is 5,330 ft (1,624.6 m) long and 69 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).

Location

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CarriesRTE 912
CrossesBinnens Kill Schodack C
Location1 MI E Exit 21B of I90
RouteState Highway 912
CountyAlbany County
StateNew York
Coordinates42.50633, -73.76349
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating54 US tons
Inventory rating32 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTruss - Thru
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3 (+40 approach)
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length5,330 ft (1,624.6 m)
Longest span600 ft (182.9 m)
Deck width69 ft (20.9 m)
Roadway width66 ft (20.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deck32 ft (9.8 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,219 (2020)
Projected traffic22,188 by 2041
Trucks42%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway, waterway and railroad
Detour if closed19.9 mi (32 km)
TollOn a toll road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Toll Authority
Maintained byState Toll Authority
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$377.5 million (2024 estimate)
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was RTE 912 over Binnens Kill Schodack C built?

It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1996.

What condition is RTE 912 over Binnens Kill Schodack C 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does RTE 912 over Binnens Kill Schodack C carry?

About 14,219 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 42% are trucks.

How long is RTE 912 over Binnens Kill Schodack C?

The structure is 5,330 ft (1,624.6 m) long with a longest span of 600 ft (182.9 m) and a deck 69 ft wide.

Who owns RTE 912 over Binnens Kill Schodack C?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.