US Bridges

RTE I90 over Frisbee Creek

Fair

Columbia County, New York · 2.6 M SW of Canaan · Structure no. 000000005515320

Built
1957
68 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
35 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
18,159
2020 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

RTE I90 over Frisbee Creek is a concrete culvert carrying RTE I90 over Frisbee Creek in Columbia County, New York. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 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 18,159 vehicles a day, roughly 41% of them trucks, projected to reach 31,834 by 2041. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesRTE I90
CrossesFrisbee Creek
Location2.6 M SW of Canaan
RouteInterstate 90
CountyColumbia County
StateNew York
Coordinates42.38867, -73.48729
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating83 US tons
Inventory rating32.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length35 ft (10.7 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.2 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic18,159 (2020)
Projected traffic31,834 by 2041
Trucks41%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn an Interstate toll segment under Secretarial agreement
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Toll Authority
Maintained byState Toll Authority
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$1.4 million (2024 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was RTE I90 over Frisbee Creek built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.

What condition is RTE I90 over Frisbee Creek 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does RTE I90 over Frisbee Creek carry?

About 18,159 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 41% are trucks.

How long is RTE I90 over Frisbee Creek?

The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.2 m).

Who owns RTE I90 over Frisbee Creek?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.