RTE 37C over Raquette River
FairSt. Lawrence County, New York · JCT RTE 37C + Racquette R · Structure no. 000000001024020
- Built
- 1930
- 95 years old, rebuilt 1985
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Truss - Thru
- Steel
- Length
- 294 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,777
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
RTE 37C over Raquette River is a steel truss - thru carrying RTE 37C over Raquette River in St. Lawrence County, New York. It was built in 1930 and reconstructed in 1985, so it is 95 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 2,777 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,888 by 2041. The structure is 294 ft (89.6 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5.6 mi (9 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was RTE 37C over Raquette River built?
It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1985.
What condition is RTE 37C over Raquette River 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does RTE 37C over Raquette River carry?
About 2,777 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is RTE 37C over Raquette River?
The structure is 294 ft (89.6 m) long with a longest span of 145 ft (44.1 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns RTE 37C over Raquette River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.