US Bridges

On-Ramp to I-890 over Vacant Land

Good

Schenectady County, New York · 1.6MI NW JCT SH146& I890 · Structure no. 00000000104992A

Built
1966
59 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
491 ft
8 main spans
Daily traffic
2,301
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

On-Ramp to I-890 over Vacant Land is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying On-Ramp to I-890 over Vacant Land in Schenectady County, New York. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 years old, older than the New York average of 53 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 2,301 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,646 by 2041. The structure is 491 ft (149.7 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesOn-Ramp to I-890
CrossesVacant Land
Location1.6MI NW JCT SH146& I890
RouteInterstate 0
Coordinates42.80708, -73.94916
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating61 US tons
Inventory rating37 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans8
Design loadH 20
Structure length491 ft (149.7 m)
Longest span81 ft (24.7 m)
Deck width27 ft (8.3 m)
Roadway width22 ft (6.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,301 (2018)
Projected traffic3,646 by 2041
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesOther
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$4.8 million (2024 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was On-Ramp to I-890 over Vacant Land built?

It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.

What condition is On-Ramp to I-890 over Vacant Land in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in November 2024.

How much traffic does On-Ramp to I-890 over Vacant Land carry?

About 2,301 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is On-Ramp to I-890 over Vacant Land?

The structure is 491 ft (149.7 m) long with a longest span of 81 ft (24.7 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.

Who owns On-Ramp to I-890 over Vacant Land?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.