US Bridges

RTE I90 over CSX Transportation

Fair

Schenectady County, New York · 3.15 MI NW INT25 on I90 · Structure no. 000000005513679

Built
1954
71 years old, rebuilt 1982
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
196 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
42,272
2020 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

RTE I90 over CSX Transportation is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying RTE I90 over CSX Transportation in Schenectady County, New York. It was built in 1954 and reconstructed in 1982, so it is 71 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 6 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 42,272 vehicles a day, roughly 27% of them trucks, projected to reach 66,988 by 2041. The structure is 196 ft (59.7 m) long and 113 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesRTE I90
CrossesCSX Transportation
Location3.15 MI NW INT25 on I90
RouteInterstate 90
CountySchenectady County
StateNew York
Coordinates42.77454, -73.98677
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating98 US tons
Inventory rating59 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length196 ft (59.7 m)
Longest span63 ft (19.2 m)
Deck width113 ft (34.5 m)
Roadway width108 ft (32.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic42,272 (2020)
Projected traffic66,988 by 2041
Trucks27%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn an Interstate toll segment under Secretarial agreement
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Toll Authority
Maintained byState Toll Authority
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$8.8 million (2024 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was RTE I90 over CSX Transportation built?

It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1982.

What condition is RTE I90 over CSX Transportation 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does RTE I90 over CSX Transportation carry?

About 42,272 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 27% are trucks.

How long is RTE I90 over CSX Transportation?

The structure is 196 ft (59.7 m) long with a longest span of 63 ft (19.2 m) and a deck 113 ft wide.

Who owns RTE I90 over CSX Transportation?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.