US Bridges

RTE 26 over Chenango River

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Madison County, New York · 2.7 MI SW JCT Rts 26 & 46 · Structure no. 000000001018810

Built
1965
60 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
56 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,454
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

RTE 26 over Chenango River is a concrete culvert carrying RTE 26 over Chenango River in Madison County, New York. It was built in 1965, 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 2,454 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,560 by 2041. The structure is 56 ft (17.1 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 38.5 mi (62 km).

Location

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CarriesRTE 26
CrossesChenango River
Location2.7 MI SW JCT Rts 26 & 46
RouteState Highway 26
CountyMadison County
StateNew York
Coordinates42.85169, -75.60597
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating79 US tons
Inventory rating47 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length56 ft (17.1 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.1 m)
Deck width43 ft (13.1 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,454 (2020)
Projected traffic2,560 by 2041
Trucks22%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed38.5 mi (62 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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$612,000 (2024 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was RTE 26 over Chenango River built?

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

What condition is RTE 26 over Chenango 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does RTE 26 over Chenango River carry?

About 2,454 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.

How long is RTE 26 over Chenango River?

The structure is 56 ft (17.1 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns RTE 26 over Chenango River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.