US Bridges

RTE I90 over CSX Trans/Amtrak Stony

Fair

Oneida County, New York · 0.81 MI W of Int 33 I-90 · Structure no. 000000005512919

Built
1952
73 years old, rebuilt 2017
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
291 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
31,289
2020 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

RTE I90 over CSX Trans/Amtrak Stony is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying RTE I90 over CSX Trans/Amtrak Stony in Oneida County, New York. It was built in 1952 and reconstructed in 2017, 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 31,289 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 34,802 by 2041. The structure is 291 ft (88.7 m) long and 113 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesRTE I90
CrossesCSX Trans/Amtrak Stony
Location0.81 MI W of Int 33 I-90
RouteInterstate 90
Coordinates43.12523, -75.59841
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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating83 US tons
Inventory rating49.1 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length291 ft (88.7 m)
Longest span111 ft (33.8 m)
Deck width113 ft (34.4 m)
Roadway width111 ft (33.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic31,289 (2020)
Projected traffic34,802 by 2041
Trucks23%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad and waterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 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 proposedDeck replacement with only incidental widening
Estimated improvement cost$9.6 million (2024 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was RTE I90 over CSX Trans/Amtrak Stony built?

It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2017.

What condition is RTE I90 over CSX Trans/Amtrak Stony 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does RTE I90 over CSX Trans/Amtrak Stony carry?

About 31,289 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.

How long is RTE I90 over CSX Trans/Amtrak Stony?

The structure is 291 ft (88.7 m) long with a longest span of 111 ft (33.8 m) and a deck 113 ft wide.

Who owns RTE I90 over CSX Trans/Amtrak Stony?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.