US Bridges

RTE 987G over RTE 44

Fair

Dutchess County, New York · JCT Tsp & RTE 44 · Structure no. 000000001025579

Built
1947
78 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Frame
Concrete
Length
63 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
14,670
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

RTE 987G over RTE 44 is a concrete frame carrying RTE 987G over RTE 44 in Dutchess County, New York. It was built in 1947, so it is 78 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 14,670 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 35,191 by 2041. The structure is 63 ft (19.2 m) long and 63 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesRTE 987G
CrossesRTE 44
LocationJCT Tsp & RTE 44
CountyDutchess County
StateNew York
Coordinates41.77634, -73.76842
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
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 inspectionApril 2024
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 geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating94.8 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeFrame
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length63 ft (19.2 m)
Longest span62 ft (18.8 m)
Deck width63 ft (19.3 m)
Roadway width55 ft (16.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,670 (2021)
Projected traffic35,191 by 2041
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
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$5.8 million (2024 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was RTE 987G over RTE 44 built?

It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025.

What condition is RTE 987G over RTE 44 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does RTE 987G over RTE 44 carry?

About 14,670 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is RTE 987G over RTE 44?

The structure is 63 ft (19.2 m) long with a longest span of 62 ft (18.8 m) and a deck 63 ft wide.

Who owns RTE 987G over RTE 44?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.