US Bridges

CR 47 over Giant Ledge Stream

Good

Ulster County, New York · 6.24 MI S JCT RT.28 & C.R · Structure no. 000000003370870

Built
2012
13 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
61 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
164
2021 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

CR 47 over Giant Ledge Stream is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying CR 47 over Giant Ledge Stream in Ulster County, New York. It was built in 2012, so it is 13 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 164 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 230 by 2041. The structure is 61 ft (18.6 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 63.4 mi (102 km).

CarriesCR 47
CrossesGiant Ledge Stream
Location6.24 MI S JCT RT.28 & C.R
RouteCounty Highway 0
Coordinates42.0338, -74.42026
Functional classRural Minor Collector

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.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating78 US tons
Inventory rating47 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length61 ft (18.6 m)
Longest span60 ft (18.3 m)
Deck width27 ft (8.3 m)
Roadway width25 ft (7.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic164 (2021)
Projected traffic230 by 2041
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed63.4 mi (102 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$1.7 million (2024 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was CR 47 over Giant Ledge Stream built?

It was built in 2012, making it 13 years old in 2025.

What condition is CR 47 over Giant Ledge Stream 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 2024.

How much traffic does CR 47 over Giant Ledge Stream carry?

About 164 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is CR 47 over Giant Ledge Stream?

The structure is 61 ft (18.6 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.

Who owns CR 47 over Giant Ledge Stream?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.