US Bridges

RTE 987G over RTE 52

Fair

Dutchess County, New York · JCT Tsp & RTE 52 · Structure no. 000000001026879

Built
1937
88 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Frame
Concrete
Length
49 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
33,045
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

RTE 987G over RTE 52 is a concrete frame carrying RTE 987G over RTE 52 in Dutchess County, New York. It was built in 1937, so it is 88 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 33,045 vehicles a day, projected to reach 46,616 by 2041. The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

Location

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CarriesRTE 987G
CrossesRTE 52
LocationJCT Tsp & RTE 52
RouteState Highway 987G
CountyDutchess County
StateNew York
Coordinates41.55785, -73.78053
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
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 geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating62.3 US tons
Inventory rating23.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeFrame
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadH 20
Structure length49 ft (14.9 m)
Longest span48 ft (14.6 m)
Deck width48 ft (14.6 m)
Roadway width43 ft (13 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic33,045 (2020)
Projected traffic46,616 by 2041
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 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$3 million (2024 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was RTE 987G over RTE 52 built?

It was built in 1937, making it 88 years old in 2025.

What condition is RTE 987G over RTE 52 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 2023.

How much traffic does RTE 987G over RTE 52 carry?

About 33,045 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is RTE 987G over RTE 52?

The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long with a longest span of 48 ft (14.6 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.

Who owns RTE 987G over RTE 52?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.