RTE 971U over Raquette River
GoodSt. Lawrence County, New York · Potsdam .2 MI E Rt 11&345 · Structure no. 000000001008820
- Built
- 1923
- 102 years old, rebuilt 2015
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete
- Length
- 259 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,043
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
RTE 971U over Raquette River is a concrete arch - deck carrying RTE 971U over Raquette River in St. Lawrence County, New York. It was built in 1923 and reconstructed in 2015, so it is 102 years old, older 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 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 9,043 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,085 by 2041. The structure is 259 ft (78.9 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was RTE 971U over Raquette River built?
It was built in 1923, making it 102 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2015.
What condition is RTE 971U over Raquette 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does RTE 971U over Raquette River carry?
About 9,043 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is RTE 971U over Raquette River?
The structure is 259 ft (78.9 m) long with a longest span of 52 ft (15.8 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns RTE 971U over Raquette River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.