Ridge-Spring Strt over Raquette River
FairSt. Lawrence County, New York · Located in Norwood · Structure no. 000000003221670
- Built
- 1923
- 102 years old, rebuilt 1977
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 260 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,161
- 2021 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ridge-Spring Strt over Raquette River is a concrete continuous arch - deck carrying Ridge-Spring Strt over Raquette River in St. Lawrence County, New York. It was built in 1923 and reconstructed in 1977, 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 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 2,161 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,025 by 2041. The structure is 260 ft (79.2 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 2.5 mi (4 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ridge-Spring Strt over Raquette River built?
It was built in 1923, making it 102 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1977.
What condition is Ridge-Spring Strt 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does Ridge-Spring Strt over Raquette River carry?
About 2,161 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is Ridge-Spring Strt over Raquette River?
The structure is 260 ft (79.2 m) long with a longest span of 84 ft (25.6 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.
Who owns Ridge-Spring Strt over Raquette River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.