US Bridges

RTE I90 over Nys Route 28 RTE 28

Fair

Herkimer County, New York · 0.0 MI SW JCT Fifth Ave · Structure no. 000000001020079

Built
1954
71 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
130 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
20,495
2020 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

RTE I90 over Nys Route 28 RTE 28 is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying RTE I90 over Nys Route 28 RTE 28 in Herkimer County, New York. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 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 20,495 vehicles a day, roughly 32% of them trucks, projected to reach 23,614 by 2041. The structure is 130 ft (39.6 m) long and 133 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesRTE I90
CrossesNys Route 28 RTE 28
Location0.0 MI SW JCT Fifth Ave
RouteInterstate 90
CountyHerkimer County
StateNew York
Coordinates43.01752, -74.99357
Functional classUrban 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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 inspectionOctober 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 rating58 US tons
Inventory rating35.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length130 ft (39.6 m)
Longest span62 ft (18.9 m)
Deck width133 ft (40.6 m)
Roadway width130 ft (39.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic20,495 (2020)
Projected traffic23,614 by 2041
Trucks32%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
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 proposedDeck replacement with only incidental widening
Estimated improvement cost$7.3 million (2024 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was RTE I90 over Nys Route 28 RTE 28 built?

It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.

What condition is RTE I90 over Nys Route 28 RTE 28 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does RTE I90 over Nys Route 28 RTE 28 carry?

About 20,495 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 32% are trucks.

How long is RTE I90 over Nys Route 28 RTE 28?

The structure is 130 ft (39.6 m) long with a longest span of 62 ft (18.9 m) and a deck 133 ft wide.

Who owns RTE I90 over Nys Route 28 RTE 28?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.