US Bridges

Squadron Blvd over Demarest Kill

Fair

Rockland County, New York · 3.8MI N Int Main ST & 287 · Structure no. 000000002269000

Built
1995
30 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
29 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
7,181
2018 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

Squadron Blvd over Demarest Kill is a concrete culvert carrying Squadron Blvd over Demarest Kill in Rockland County, New York. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 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 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 7,181 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,053 by 2038. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesSquadron Blvd
CrossesDemarest Kill
Location3.8MI N Int Main ST & 287
CountyRockland County
StateNew York
Coordinates41.15736, -73.985
Functional classUrban 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
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
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
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating61.8 US tons
Inventory rating47.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length29 ft (8.8 m)
Longest span13 ft (3.9 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,181 (2018)
Projected traffic10,053 by 2038
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 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$870,000 (2024 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Squadron Blvd over Demarest Kill built?

It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.

What condition is Squadron Blvd over Demarest Kill 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does Squadron Blvd over Demarest Kill carry?

About 7,181 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Squadron Blvd over Demarest Kill?

The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (3.9 m).

Who owns Squadron Blvd over Demarest Kill?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.