US Bridges

CR 16 over Hudson River Bikeway

Fair

Saratoga County, New York · 0.1 Mi. E RTE 9N Corinth · Structure no. 000000003305510

Built
1997
28 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
684 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
4,369
2019 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

CR 16 over Hudson River Bikeway is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying CR 16 over Hudson River Bikeway in Saratoga County, New York. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 years old, younger 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 4,369 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,117 by 2039. The structure is 684 ft (208.5 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesCR 16
CrossesHudson River Bikeway
Location0.1 Mi. E RTE 9N Corinth
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountySaratoga County
StateNew York
Coordinates43.24956, -73.8317
Functional classRural Local

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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating59 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4 (+1 approach)
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length684 ft (208.5 m)
Longest span185 ft (56.3 m)
Deck width37 ft (11.3 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,369 (2019)
Projected traffic6,117 by 2039
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedDeck replacement with only incidental widening
Estimated improvement cost$9.1 million (2024 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was CR 16 over Hudson River Bikeway built?

It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.

What condition is CR 16 over Hudson River Bikeway 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does CR 16 over Hudson River Bikeway carry?

About 4,369 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is CR 16 over Hudson River Bikeway?

The structure is 684 ft (208.5 m) long with a longest span of 185 ft (56.3 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.

Who owns CR 16 over Hudson River Bikeway?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.