US Bridges

Richards Hill RD over Page Brook

Good

Broome County, New York · 0.25 Mile West of Nys 369 · Structure no. 000000002225510

Built
1989
36 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
72 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
441
2017 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

Richards Hill RD over Page Brook is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Richards Hill RD over Page Brook in Broome County, New York. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 years old, younger 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 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 441 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 617 by 2037. The structure is 72 ft (21.9 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 7.5 mi (12 km).

CarriesRichards Hill RD
CrossesPage Brook
Location0.25 Mile West of Nys 369
Coordinates42.22496, -75.81278
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating91.1 US tons
Inventory rating55 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length72 ft (21.9 m)
Longest span24 ft (7.3 m)
Deck width27 ft (8.2 m)
Roadway width25 ft (7.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic441 (2017)
Projected traffic617 by 2037
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed7.5 mi (12 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerTown or Township Highway Agency
Maintained byTown or Township Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$1.2 million (2024 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Richards Hill RD over Page Brook built?

It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.

What condition is Richards Hill RD over Page Brook 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does Richards Hill RD over Page Brook carry?

About 441 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is Richards Hill RD over Page Brook?

The structure is 72 ft (21.9 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.

Who owns Richards Hill RD over Page Brook?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.