US Bridges

RTE I87 over Hudson River

Fair

Saratoga County, New York · 2 Mi. N I-87 Exit 17 · Structure no. 000000001033441

Built
1960
65 years old, rebuilt 1997
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
730 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
19,734
2002 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

RTE I87 over Hudson River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying RTE I87 over Hudson River in Saratoga County, New York. It was built in 1960 and reconstructed in 1997, so it is 65 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 19,734 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks. The structure is 730 ft (222.5 m) long and 65 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesRTE I87
CrossesHudson River
Location2 Mi. N I-87 Exit 17
RouteInterstate 87
CountySaratoga County
StateNew York
Coordinates43.26299, -73.67696
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating61 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length730 ft (222.5 m)
Longest span220 ft (67 m)
Deck width65 ft (19.7 m)
Roadway width63 ft (19.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic19,734 (2002)
Projected traffic—
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedDeck replacement with only incidental widening
Estimated improvement cost$17 million (2024 estimate)
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was RTE I87 over Hudson River built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1997.

What condition is RTE I87 over Hudson 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does RTE I87 over Hudson River carry?

About 19,734 vehicles per day (2002 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is RTE I87 over Hudson River?

The structure is 730 ft (222.5 m) long with a longest span of 220 ft (67 m) and a deck 65 ft wide.

Who owns RTE I87 over Hudson River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.