US Bridges

South Schodack RD over CSX Transprtation

Good

Rensselaer County, New York · 4.2 Miles SE of Castleton · Structure no. 000000003304030

Built
2005
20 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
103 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
330
2017 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

South Schodack RD over CSX Transprtation is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying South Schodack RD over CSX Transprtation in Rensselaer County, New York. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 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 330 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 462 by 2037. The structure is 103 ft (31.4 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesSouth Schodack RD
CrossesCSX Transprtation
Location4.2 Miles SE of Castleton
RouteCounty Highway 0
Coordinates42.48306, -73.6989
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating103 US tons
Inventory rating61.9 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length103 ft (31.4 m)
Longest span98 ft (30 m)
Deck width32 ft (9.7 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic330 (2017)
Projected traffic462 by 2037
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$2 million (2024 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was South Schodack RD over CSX Transprtation built?

It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.

What condition is South Schodack RD over CSX Transprtation 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does South Schodack RD over CSX Transprtation carry?

About 330 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is South Schodack RD over CSX Transprtation?

The structure is 103 ft (31.4 m) long with a longest span of 98 ft (30 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.

Who owns South Schodack RD over CSX Transprtation?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.