RTE 97 over Smith Brook
GoodSullivan County, New York · 4 MI N JCT SH 97 & SH 52 · Structure no. 000000001035390
- Built
- 1934
- 91 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 1,203
- 2017 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
RTE 97 over Smith Brook is a concrete culvert carrying RTE 97 over Smith Brook in Sullivan County, New York. It was built in 1934, so it is 91 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 1,203 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,254 by 2041. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.8 mi (48 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was RTE 97 over Smith Brook built?
It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025.
What condition is RTE 97 over Smith 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does RTE 97 over Smith Brook carry?
About 1,203 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is RTE 97 over Smith Brook?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6 m).
Who owns RTE 97 over Smith Brook?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.