US Bridges

RTE I87 over CSX Transprtation Vloma

Fair

Albany County, New York · 1.2 MI NW INT22 on I87 · Structure no. 000000005513511

Built
1954
71 years old, rebuilt 1999
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
457 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
23,227
2020 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

RTE I87 over CSX Transprtation Vloma is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying RTE I87 over CSX Transprtation Vloma in Albany County, New York. It was built in 1954 and reconstructed in 1999, so it is 71 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 6 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 23,227 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 36,808 by 2041. The structure is 457 ft (139.3 m) long and 57 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

CarriesRTE I87
CrossesCSX Transprtation Vloma
Location1.2 MI NW INT22 on I87
RouteInterstate 87
Coordinates42.5512, -73.78234
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating30.3 US tons
Inventory rating23.3 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length457 ft (139.3 m)
Longest span102 ft (31.1 m)
Deck width57 ft (17.3 m)
Roadway width56 ft (17 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic23,227 (2020)
Projected traffic36,808 by 2041
Trucks25%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad and waterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 km)
TollOn an Interstate toll segment under Secretarial agreement
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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$9.5 million (2024 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was RTE I87 over CSX Transprtation Vloma built?

It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1999.

What condition is RTE I87 over CSX Transprtation Vloma 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does RTE I87 over CSX Transprtation Vloma carry?

About 23,227 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.

How long is RTE I87 over CSX Transprtation Vloma?

The structure is 457 ft (139.3 m) long with a longest span of 102 ft (31.1 m) and a deck 57 ft wide.

Who owns RTE I87 over CSX Transprtation Vloma?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.