US Bridges

RTE 37 over Raquette River

Good

Franklin County, New York · S H 37 at Raquette River · Structure no. 000000006023930

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
729 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
12,703
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

RTE 37 over Raquette River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying RTE 37 over Raquette River in Franklin County, New York. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 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 12,703 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,823 by 2041. The structure is 729 ft (222.2 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesRTE 37
CrossesRaquette River
LocationS H 37 at Raquette River
RouteState Highway 37
Coordinates44.97831, -74.71604
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating83 US tons
Inventory rating50 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length729 ft (222.2 m)
Longest span200 ft (61 m)
Deck width48 ft (14.5 m)
Roadway width39 ft (12 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,703 (2020)
Projected traffic12,823 by 2041
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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$11.4 million (2024 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was RTE 37 over Raquette River built?

It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.

What condition is RTE 37 over Raquette River 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 37 over Raquette River carry?

About 12,703 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is RTE 37 over Raquette River?

The structure is 729 ft (222.2 m) long with a longest span of 200 ft (61 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.

Who owns RTE 37 over Raquette River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.