County Road 48A over Raquette River
PoorClosed to trafficSt. Lawrence County, New York · 1.5 Miles N of Norwood · Structure no. 000000003341430
- Built
- 1892
- 133 years old, rebuilt 1969
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Truss - Thru
- Aluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
- Length
- 174 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 152
- 2019 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
County Road 48A over Raquette River is a aluminum, wrought iron, or cast iron truss - thru carrying County Road 48A over Raquette River in St. Lawrence County, New York. It was built in 1892 and reconstructed in 1969, so it is 133 years old, older than the New York average of 53 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: closed to all traffic.
It carries about 152 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 213 by 2039. The structure is 174 ft (53 m) long and 14 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
Location
Open in Google MapsCondition and inspection
The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was County Road 48A over Raquette River built?
It was built in 1892, making it 133 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1969.
What condition is County Road 48A over Raquette River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in June 2024.
How much traffic does County Road 48A over Raquette River carry?
About 152 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is County Road 48A over Raquette River?
The structure is 174 ft (53 m) long with a longest span of 171 ft (52.1 m) and a deck 14 ft wide.
Who owns County Road 48A over Raquette River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.