US Bridges

RTE 9G over CSX Transportation

Fair

Columbia County, New York · In Hudson · Structure no. 000000002006470

Built
1936
89 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
60 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
7,673
2018 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

RTE 9G over CSX Transportation is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying RTE 9G over CSX Transportation in Columbia County, New York. It was built in 1936, so it is 89 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 7,673 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,321 by 2041. The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 7.5 mi (12 km).

Location

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CarriesRTE 9G
CrossesCSX Transportation
LocationIn Hudson
RouteState Highway 9G
CountyColumbia County
StateNew York
Coordinates42.25032, -73.79478
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating62.1 US tons
Inventory rating25.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadH 20
Structure length60 ft (18.3 m)
Longest span52 ft (15.8 m)
Deck width38 ft (11.6 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,673 (2018)
Projected traffic9,321 by 2041
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed7.5 mi (12 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedDeck replacement with only incidental widening
Estimated improvement cost$4 million (2024 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was RTE 9G over CSX Transportation built?

It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025.

What condition is RTE 9G over CSX Transportation 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does RTE 9G over CSX Transportation carry?

About 7,673 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is RTE 9G over CSX Transportation?

The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long with a longest span of 52 ft (15.8 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.

Who owns RTE 9G over CSX Transportation?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.