Powers Road over Poesten Kill
GoodRensselaer County, New York · 3 Miles Ese of Poestenkil · Structure no. 000000002201880
- Built
- 2006
- 19 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Frame
- Concrete
- Length
- 34 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 116
- 2018 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
Powers Road over Poesten Kill is a concrete frame carrying Powers Road over Poesten Kill in Rensselaer County, New York. It was built in 2006, so it is 19 years old, younger 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 116 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 162 by 2038. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
Location
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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 | 9 Excellent | 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 Powers Road over Poesten Kill built?
It was built in 2006, making it 19 years old in 2025.
What condition is Powers Road over Poesten Kill 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does Powers Road over Poesten Kill carry?
About 116 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Powers Road over Poesten Kill?
The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 32 ft (9.8 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.
Who owns Powers Road over Poesten Kill?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.