US Bridges

RTE I87 over Thurman Pond Outl

Good

Essex County, New York · 1.3 MI N Exit 27 of I87 · Structure no. 000000001033682

Built
1965
60 years old, rebuilt 2003
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
4,090
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

RTE I87 over Thurman Pond Outl is a steel culvert carrying RTE I87 over Thurman Pond Outl in Essex County, New York. It was built in 1965 and reconstructed in 2003, so it is 60 years old, older 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 4,090 vehicles a day, roughly 31% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,871 by 2041. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesRTE I87
CrossesThurman Pond Outl
Location1.3 MI N Exit 27 of I87
RouteInterstate 87
Coordinates43.79888, -73.79169
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

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 inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating81.9 US tons
Inventory rating32.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.6 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,090 (2021)
Projected traffic4,871 by 2041
Trucks31%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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$268,000 (2024 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was RTE I87 over Thurman Pond Outl built?

It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2003.

What condition is RTE I87 over Thurman Pond Outl 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does RTE I87 over Thurman Pond Outl carry?

About 4,090 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 31% are trucks.

How long is RTE I87 over Thurman Pond Outl?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.6 m).

Who owns RTE I87 over Thurman Pond Outl?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.