US Bridges

RTE 376 over Big Black Stream

Fair

Dutchess County, New York · 2.5MI SE of New Hackensac · Structure no. 000000001072730

Built
1982
43 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
6,842
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

RTE 376 over Big Black Stream is a concrete continuous culvert carrying RTE 376 over Big Black Stream in Dutchess County, New York. It was built in 1982, so it is 43 years old, younger 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 6,842 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,465 by 2041. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 2.5 mi (4 km).

Location

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CarriesRTE 376
CrossesBig Black Stream
Location2.5MI SE of New Hackensac
RouteState Highway 376
CountyDutchess County
StateNew York
Coordinates41.62061, -73.86737
Functional classUrban Collector

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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating82.1 US tons
Inventory rating32.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.2 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,842 (2020)
Projected traffic8,465 by 2041
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed2.5 mi (4 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$758,000 (2024 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was RTE 376 over Big Black Stream built?

It was built in 1982, making it 43 years old in 2025.

What condition is RTE 376 over Big Black Stream 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 2023.

How much traffic does RTE 376 over Big Black Stream carry?

About 6,842 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is RTE 376 over Big Black Stream?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns RTE 376 over Big Black Stream?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.