US Bridges

RTE 87 over Hudson River

Good

Rockland County, New York · I87SB/HUDSON Riv - Ramp a · Structure no. 00000000551634A

Built
2018
7 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
51 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
143,122
2021 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

RTE 87 over Hudson River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying RTE 87 over Hudson River in Rockland County, New York. It was built in 2018, so it is 7 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 9 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 143,122 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 242,362 by 2041. The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long and 60 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesRTE 87
CrossesHudson River
LocationI87SB/HUDSON Riv - Ramp a
RouteInterstate 87
CountyRockland County
StateNew York
Coordinates41.0711, -73.90915
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Superstructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Substructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations on dry land well above flood water elevations
Structural evaluation9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Operating rating90.8 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length51 ft (15.5 m)
Longest span45 ft (13.7 m)
Deck width60 ft (18.3 m)
Roadway width56 ft (17.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deck107 ft (32.7 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic143,122 (2021)
Projected traffic242,362 by 2041
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a toll road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Toll Authority
Maintained byState Toll Authority
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$1.9 million (2024 estimate)
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was RTE 87 over Hudson River built?

It was built in 2018, making it 7 years old in 2025.

What condition is RTE 87 over Hudson River 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 2024.

How much traffic does RTE 87 over Hudson River carry?

About 143,122 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is RTE 87 over Hudson River?

The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long with a longest span of 45 ft (13.7 m) and a deck 60 ft wide.

Who owns RTE 87 over Hudson River?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.