RTE 4 over Hudson River and Canal
PoorPosted for loadSaratoga County, New York · 0.2 MI N JCT Rtes 4 & 32 · Structure no. 000000004001020
- Built
- 1916
- 109 years old, rebuilt 1990
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Truss - Thru
- Steel
- Length
- 530 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,252
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
RTE 4 over Hudson River and Canal is a steel truss - thru carrying RTE 4 over Hudson River and Canal in Saratoga County, New York. It was built in 1916 and reconstructed in 1990, so it is 109 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: posted for other load-capacity restriction.
It carries about 4,252 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,534 by 2041. The structure is 530 ft (161.5 m) long and 20 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
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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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was RTE 4 over Hudson River and Canal built?
It was built in 1916, making it 109 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1990.
What condition is RTE 4 over Hudson River and Canal 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does RTE 4 over Hudson River and Canal carry?
About 4,252 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is RTE 4 over Hudson River and Canal?
The structure is 530 ft (161.5 m) long with a longest span of 225 ft (68.6 m) and a deck 20 ft wide.
Who owns RTE 4 over Hudson River and Canal?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.