US Bridges

RTE I90 over S Chuctanunda Crk

Fair

Montgomery County, New York · 1 MI W I-90 Exit 27 · Structure no. 000000005515830

Built
1952
73 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
55 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
21,178
2020 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

RTE I90 over S Chuctanunda Crk is a concrete culvert carrying RTE I90 over S Chuctanunda Crk in Montgomery 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 6 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 21,178 vehicles a day, roughly 31% of them trucks, projected to reach 23,556 by 2041. The structure is 55 ft (16.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesRTE I90
CrossesS Chuctanunda Crk
Location1 MI W I-90 Exit 27
RouteInterstate 90
CountyMontgomery County
StateNew York
Coordinates42.9274, -74.21769
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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating85.1 US tons
Inventory rating40.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length55 ft (16.8 m)
Longest span24 ft (7.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic21,178 (2020)
Projected traffic23,556 by 2041
Trucks31%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 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$2.9 million (2024 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was RTE I90 over S Chuctanunda Crk built?

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

What condition is RTE I90 over S Chuctanunda Crk 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does RTE I90 over S Chuctanunda Crk carry?

About 21,178 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 31% are trucks.

How long is RTE I90 over S Chuctanunda Crk?

The structure is 55 ft (16.8 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m).

Who owns RTE I90 over S Chuctanunda Crk?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.