RTE 17 over Susquehanna River
FairBroome County, New York · 1.2 MI E JCT SH17 & SH26 · Structure no. 000000001054831
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old, rebuilt 2009
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 987 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 24,003
- 2011 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
RTE 17 over Susquehanna River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying RTE 17 over Susquehanna River in Broome County, New York. It was built in 1969 and reconstructed in 2009, so it is 56 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 24,003 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 33,604 by 2031. The structure is 987 ft (300.8 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was RTE 17 over Susquehanna River built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2009.
What condition is RTE 17 over Susquehanna River 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does RTE 17 over Susquehanna River carry?
About 24,003 vehicles per day (2011 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is RTE 17 over Susquehanna River?
The structure is 987 ft (300.8 m) long with a longest span of 162 ft (49.4 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns RTE 17 over Susquehanna River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.