US Bridges

RTE I87 over New Baltimore RD

Fair

Greene County, New York · 1 MI W New Baltimore · Structure no. 000000005513319

Built
1952
73 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Frame
Concrete
Length
34 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
37,426
2020 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

RTE I87 over New Baltimore RD is a concrete frame carrying RTE I87 over New Baltimore RD in Greene County, New York. It was built in 1952, so it is 73 years old, older 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 37,426 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 44,574 by 2041. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long and 153 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 12.4 mi (20 km).

Location

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CarriesRTE I87
CrossesNew Baltimore RD
Location1 MI W New Baltimore
RouteInterstate 87
CountyGreene County
StateNew York
Coordinates42.44546, -73.80941
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating86.6 US tons
Inventory rating32.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeFrame
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length34 ft (10.4 m)
Longest span31 ft (9.4 m)
Deck width153 ft (46.7 m)
Roadway width125 ft (38.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic37,426 (2020)
Projected traffic44,574 by 2041
Trucks25%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed12.4 mi (20 km)
TollOn an Interstate toll segment under Secretarial agreement
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Toll Authority
Maintained byState Toll Authority
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$7.3 million (2024 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was RTE I87 over New Baltimore RD built?

It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025.

What condition is RTE I87 over New Baltimore RD 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does RTE I87 over New Baltimore RD carry?

About 37,426 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.

How long is RTE I87 over New Baltimore RD?

The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 31 ft (9.4 m) and a deck 153 ft wide.

Who owns RTE I87 over New Baltimore RD?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.