US Bridges

RTE 199 over Shekomeko Creek

Fair

Dutchess County, New York · 6 MI E Tsp Exit 67 · Structure no. 000000001032370

Built
1964
61 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
65 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,502
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

RTE 199 over Shekomeko Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying RTE 199 over Shekomeko Creek in Dutchess County, New York. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 3,502 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,889 by 2041. The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 23 mi (37 km).

Location

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CarriesRTE 199
CrossesShekomeko Creek
Location6 MI E Tsp Exit 67
RouteState Highway 199
CountyDutchess County
StateNew York
Coordinates41.9752, -73.64112
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
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 adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating59 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length65 ft (19.8 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,502 (2018)
Projected traffic3,889 by 2041
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed23 mi (37 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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$2.2 million (2024 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was RTE 199 over Shekomeko Creek built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.

What condition is RTE 199 over Shekomeko 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does RTE 199 over Shekomeko Creek carry?

About 3,502 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is RTE 199 over Shekomeko Creek?

The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m).

Who owns RTE 199 over Shekomeko Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.