RTE 5S over Schoharie Creek
GoodMontgomery County, New York · 5.1 MI E JCT SH5S & SH30A · Structure no. 000000005523610
- Built
- 1909
- 116 years old, rebuilt 1987
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Truss - Thru
- Steel
- Length
- 499 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,349
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- Other State Agency
About this bridge
RTE 5S over Schoharie Creek is a steel truss - thru carrying RTE 5S over Schoharie Creek in Montgomery County, New York. It was built in 1909 and reconstructed in 1987, so it is 116 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 5,349 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,580 by 2041. The structure is 499 ft (152.1 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was RTE 5S over Schoharie Creek built?
It was built in 1909, making it 116 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1987.
What condition is RTE 5S over Schoharie Creek 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does RTE 5S over Schoharie Creek carry?
About 5,349 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is RTE 5S over Schoharie Creek?
The structure is 499 ft (152.1 m) long with a longest span of 163 ft (49.6 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.
Who owns RTE 5S over Schoharie Creek?
It is owned by the Other State Agency.