US Bridges

RTE 987G over RTE 199

Poor

Dutchess County, New York · JCT Tsp & RTE 199 · Structure no. 000000001040069

Built
1952
73 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected May 2023
Type
Frame
Concrete
Length
60 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
8,264
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

RTE 987G over RTE 199 is a concrete frame carrying RTE 987G over RTE 199 in Dutchess County, New York. It was built in 1952, so it is 73 years old, older than the New York average of 53 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

It carries about 8,264 vehicles a day, projected to reach 19,824 by 2041. The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long and 80 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesRTE 987G
CrossesRTE 199
LocationJCT Tsp & RTE 199
CountyDutchess County
StateNew York
Coordinates41.95472, -73.75513
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Superstructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating91.8 US tons
Inventory rating32.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeFrame
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length60 ft (18.3 m)
Longest span55 ft (16.8 m)
Deck width80 ft (24.3 m)
Roadway width62 ft (18.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,264 (2020)
Projected traffic19,824 by 2041
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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$7.1 million (2024 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was RTE 987G over RTE 199 built?

It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025.

What condition is RTE 987G over RTE 199 in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in May 2023.

How much traffic does RTE 987G over RTE 199 carry?

About 8,264 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is RTE 987G over RTE 199?

The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long with a longest span of 55 ft (16.8 m) and a deck 80 ft wide.

Who owns RTE 987G over RTE 199?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.