US Bridges

RTE 343 over Webatuck Creek

Good

Dutchess County, New York · 3.2 MI E JCT RTS343+22+44 · Structure no. 000000001046190

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
40 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
5,359
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

RTE 343 over Webatuck Creek is a concrete culvert carrying RTE 343 over Webatuck Creek in Dutchess County, New York. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 years old, younger than the New York average of 53 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 5,359 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,951 by 2041. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).

Location

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CarriesRTE 343
CrossesWebatuck Creek
Location3.2 MI E JCT RTS343+22+44
RouteState Highway 343
CountyDutchess County
StateNew York
Coordinates41.86539, -73.50447
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating89 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length40 ft (12.2 m)
Longest span18 ft (5.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,359 (2020)
Projected traffic5,951 by 2041
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.9 mi (24 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$990,000 (2024 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was RTE 343 over Webatuck Creek built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.

What condition is RTE 343 over Webatuck Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in June 2023.

How much traffic does RTE 343 over Webatuck Creek carry?

About 5,359 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is RTE 343 over Webatuck Creek?

The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 18 ft (5.5 m).

Who owns RTE 343 over Webatuck Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.