RTE 68 over Oswegatchie River Pedes
GoodSt. Lawrence County, New York · In Ogdensburg · Structure no. 000000001070521
- Built
- 1980
- 45 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 606 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,475
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
RTE 68 over Oswegatchie River Pedes is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying RTE 68 over Oswegatchie River Pedes in St. Lawrence County, New York. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 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 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 2,475 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,006 by 2041. The structure is 606 ft (184.7 m) long and 37 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 68 over Oswegatchie River Pedes built?
It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.
What condition is RTE 68 over Oswegatchie River Pedes 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 2023.
How much traffic does RTE 68 over Oswegatchie River Pedes carry?
About 2,475 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is RTE 68 over Oswegatchie River Pedes?
The structure is 606 ft (184.7 m) long with a longest span of 180 ft (54.8 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.
Who owns RTE 68 over Oswegatchie River Pedes?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.