US Bridges

RTE 28 over Huckleberry Brook

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Delaware County, New York · 0.3 MI SW Margaretville · Structure no. 000000001094040

Built
1969
56 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
36 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,804
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

RTE 28 over Huckleberry Brook is a steel culvert carrying RTE 28 over Huckleberry Brook in Delaware County, New York. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 years old, older 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 1,804 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,821 by 2041. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 2.5 mi (4 km).

Location

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CarriesRTE 28
CrossesHuckleberry Brook
Location0.3 MI SW Margaretville
RouteState Highway 28
CountyDelaware County
StateNew York
Coordinates42.12331, -74.67284
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating57 US tons
Inventory rating34 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length36 ft (11 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 traffic1,804 (2020)
Projected traffic1,821 by 2041
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed2.5 mi (4 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$496,000 (2024 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was RTE 28 over Huckleberry Brook built?

It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.

What condition is RTE 28 over Huckleberry 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does RTE 28 over Huckleberry Brook carry?

About 1,804 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is RTE 28 over Huckleberry Brook?

The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.2 m).

Who owns RTE 28 over Huckleberry Brook?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.