US Bridges

RTE 304 over 987C 987C85011083 RTE 9

Fair

Rockland County, New York · JCT RTE 304+PIP · Structure no. 000000001045410

Built
1955
70 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Frame
Concrete Continuous
Length
139 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
26,718
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

RTE 304 over 987C 987C85011083 RTE 9 is a concrete continuous frame carrying RTE 304 over 987C 987C85011083 RTE 9 in Rockland County, New York. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 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 26,718 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 26,843 by 2041. The structure is 139 ft (42.4 m) long and 93 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesRTE 304
Crosses987C 987C85011083 RTE 9
LocationJCT RTE 304+PIP
RouteState Highway 304
CountyRockland County
StateNew York
Coordinates41.10628, -73.9966
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating96.5 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeFrame
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length139 ft (42.4 m)
Longest span69 ft (21 m)
Deck width93 ft (28.3 m)
Roadway width81 ft (24.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic26,718 (2017)
Projected traffic26,843 by 2041
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$12.5 million (2024 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was RTE 304 over 987C 987C85011083 RTE 9 built?

It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.

What condition is RTE 304 over 987C 987C85011083 RTE 9 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does RTE 304 over 987C 987C85011083 RTE 9 carry?

About 26,718 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is RTE 304 over 987C 987C85011083 RTE 9?

The structure is 139 ft (42.4 m) long with a longest span of 69 ft (21 m) and a deck 93 ft wide.

Who owns RTE 304 over 987C 987C85011083 RTE 9?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.