US Bridges

RTE 17B over Kinne Brook

Good

Sullivan County, New York · 25 MI W JCT Rts 17B + 17 · Structure no. 000000001014210

Built
1957
68 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Aluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
Length
28 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
12,379
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

RTE 17B over Kinne Brook is a aluminum, wrought iron, or cast iron culvert carrying RTE 17B over Kinne Brook in Sullivan County, New York. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 12,379 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,038 by 2041. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesRTE 17B
CrossesKinne Brook
Location25 MI W JCT Rts 17B + 17
RouteState Highway 17B
Coordinates41.67073, -74.74568
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating82.8 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialAluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length28 ft (8.5 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,379 (2019)
Projected traffic15,038 by 2041
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$342,000 (2024 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was RTE 17B over Kinne Brook built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.

What condition is RTE 17B over Kinne Brook 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does RTE 17B over Kinne Brook carry?

About 12,379 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is RTE 17B over Kinne Brook?

The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns RTE 17B over Kinne Brook?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.