US Bridges

Dubbens Cross RD over Cherry Valley Crk

FairPosted for load

Otsego County, New York · 2.0 MI NE of Middlefield · Structure no. 000000002227710

Built
1985
40 years old, rebuilt 2021
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
50 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
238
2017 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

Dubbens Cross RD over Cherry Valley Crk is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Dubbens Cross RD over Cherry Valley Crk in Otsego County, New York. It was built in 1985 and reconstructed in 2021, so it is 40 years old, younger 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 238 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 333 by 2037. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long and 20 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesDubbens Cross RD
CrossesCherry Valley Crk
Location2.0 MI NE of Middlefield
Coordinates42.70428, -74.81321
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating33 US tons
Inventory rating19 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckWood or timber
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length50 ft (15.2 m)
Longest span48 ft (14.6 m)
Deck width20 ft (6.2 m)
Roadway width17 ft (5.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic238 (2017)
Projected traffic333 by 2037
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerTown or Township Highway Agency
Maintained byTown or Township Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$564,000 (2024 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Dubbens Cross RD over Cherry Valley Crk built?

It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2021.

What condition is Dubbens Cross RD over Cherry Valley 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 Dubbens Cross RD over Cherry Valley Crk carry?

About 238 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is Dubbens Cross RD over Cherry Valley Crk?

The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long with a longest span of 48 ft (14.6 m) and a deck 20 ft wide.

Who owns Dubbens Cross RD over Cherry Valley Crk?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.