US Bridges

Stetson RD over Little Chazy River

PoorPosted for load

Clinton County, New York · 1.4 MI NE of Chazy · Structure no. 000000003336100

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected August 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
38 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
399
2019 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Stetson RD over Little Chazy River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Stetson RD over Little Chazy River in Clinton County, New York. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 years old, older than the New York average of 53 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 399 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 559 by 2039. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 2.5 mi (4 km).

CarriesStetson RD
CrossesLittle Chazy River
Location1.4 MI NE of Chazy
Coordinates44.90198, -73.41501
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Superstructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating37 US tons
Inventory rating22 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckOpen grating
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length38 ft (11.6 m)
Longest span36 ft (10.9 m)
Deck width32 ft (9.8 m)
Roadway width31 ft (9.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic399 (2019)
Projected traffic559 by 2039
Trucks17%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed2.5 mi (4 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$779,000 (2024 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Stetson RD over Little Chazy River built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.

What condition is Stetson RD over Little Chazy River in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in August 2024.

How much traffic does Stetson RD over Little Chazy River carry?

About 399 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.

How long is Stetson RD over Little Chazy River?

The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 36 ft (10.9 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.

Who owns Stetson RD over Little Chazy River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.