County Road 72 over Swallow Stream
GoodDutchess County, New York · 0.8 MI N of Pleasant Vlly · Structure no. 000000003343580
- Built
- 2016
- 9 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Frame
- Concrete
- Length
- 39 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 5,351
- 2021 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
County Road 72 over Swallow Stream is a concrete frame carrying County Road 72 over Swallow Stream in Dutchess County, New York. It was built in 2016, so it is 9 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 5,351 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,620 by 2041. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long and 59 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was County Road 72 over Swallow Stream built?
It was built in 2016, making it 9 years old in 2025.
What condition is County Road 72 over Swallow Stream 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does County Road 72 over Swallow Stream carry?
About 5,351 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is County Road 72 over Swallow Stream?
The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 36 ft (11 m) and a deck 59 ft wide.
Who owns County Road 72 over Swallow Stream?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.