US Bridges

RTE 987G over Kline Kill

Fair

Columbia County, New York · 1.3 MI SE of Chatham · Structure no. 000000005502580

Built
1959
66 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
56 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
3,745
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

RTE 987G over Kline Kill is a concrete continuous culvert carrying RTE 987G over Kline Kill in Columbia County, New York. It was built in 1959, so it is 66 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 3,745 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,983 by 2041. The structure is 56 ft (17.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

Location

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CarriesRTE 987G
CrossesKline Kill
Location1.3 MI SE of Chatham
RouteState Highway 987G
CountyColumbia County
StateNew York
Coordinates42.34871, -73.57701
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadH 20
Structure length56 ft (17.1 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,745 (2019)
Projected traffic8,983 by 2041
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$1.6 million (2024 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was RTE 987G over Kline Kill built?

It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.

What condition is RTE 987G over Kline Kill 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does RTE 987G over Kline Kill carry?

About 3,745 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is RTE 987G over Kline Kill?

The structure is 56 ft (17.1 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns RTE 987G over Kline Kill?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.