Van Vorst Road over Alplaus Kill
GoodSchenectady County, New York · 1.3MI SW of Burnt Hills · Structure no. 000000003304930
- Built
- 2015
- 10 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete
- Length
- 61 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 2,057
- 2020 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Van Vorst Road over Alplaus Kill is a concrete arch - deck carrying Van Vorst Road over Alplaus Kill in Schenectady County, New York. It was built in 2015, so it is 10 years old, younger 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 2,057 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,545 by 2041. The structure is 61 ft (18.6 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 9 Excellent | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Van Vorst Road over Alplaus Kill built?
It was built in 2015, making it 10 years old in 2025.
What condition is Van Vorst Road over Alplaus Kill 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does Van Vorst Road over Alplaus Kill carry?
About 2,057 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Van Vorst Road over Alplaus Kill?
The structure is 61 ft (18.6 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns Van Vorst Road over Alplaus Kill?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.