US Bridges

RTE 44 over Coleman Creek

Fair

Dutchess County, New York · 2.5 MI S JCT NY22 + NY199 · Structure no. 000000001016770

Built
1941
84 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
28 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
4,399
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

RTE 44 over Coleman Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying RTE 44 over Coleman Creek in Dutchess County, New York. It was built in 1941, so it is 84 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 6 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 4,399 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,440 by 2041. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).

Location

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CarriesRTE 44
CrossesColeman Creek
Location2.5 MI S JCT NY22 + NY199
RouteState Highway 44
CountyDutchess County
StateNew York
Coordinates41.90336, -73.53784
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating96 US tons
Inventory rating57 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length28 ft (8.5 m)
Longest span13 ft (3.9 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,399 (2021)
Projected traffic4,440 by 2041
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.9 mi (24 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$751,000 (2024 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was RTE 44 over Coleman Creek built?

It was built in 1941, making it 84 years old in 2025.

What condition is RTE 44 over Coleman 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does RTE 44 over Coleman Creek carry?

About 4,399 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is RTE 44 over Coleman Creek?

The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (3.9 m).

Who owns RTE 44 over Coleman Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.