RTE 23 over CSX Trans/Amtrak Hudson
PoorPosted for loadGreene County, New York · 0.5 MI E JCT Rts 385 & 23 · Structure no. 000000005017820
- Built
- 1935
- 90 years old, rebuilt 2003
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Truss - Thru
- Steel
- Length
- 5,036 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 18,162
- 2020 count
- Owner
- Toll Authority
- State Toll Authority
About this bridge
RTE 23 over CSX Trans/Amtrak Hudson is a steel truss - thru carrying RTE 23 over CSX Trans/Amtrak Hudson in Greene County, New York. It was built in 1935 and reconstructed in 2003, so it is 90 years old, older than the New York average of 53 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 18,162 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,247 by 2041. The structure is 5,036 ft (1,535 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 39.8 mi (64 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was RTE 23 over CSX Trans/Amtrak Hudson built?
It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2003.
What condition is RTE 23 over CSX Trans/Amtrak Hudson in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in August 2024.
How much traffic does RTE 23 over CSX Trans/Amtrak Hudson carry?
About 18,162 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is RTE 23 over CSX Trans/Amtrak Hudson?
The structure is 5,036 ft (1,535 m) long with a longest span of 800 ft (243.8 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.
Who owns RTE 23 over CSX Trans/Amtrak Hudson?
It is owned by the State Toll Authority.