US Bridges

RTE I87 over Ex-N Y Central RR

Fair

Ulster County, New York · 1.4 MI NW of Kingston · Structure no. 000000005515489

Built
1954
71 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
43 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
35,755
2018 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

RTE I87 over Ex-N Y Central RR is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying RTE I87 over Ex-N Y Central RR in Ulster County, New York. It was built in 1954, 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 5 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 35,755 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 60,547 by 2041. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long and 113 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.8 mi (27 km).

Location

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CarriesRTE I87
CrossesEx-N Y Central RR
Location1.4 MI NW of Kingston
RouteInterstate 87
CountyUlster County
StateNew York
Coordinates41.93988, -74.03566
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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 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 rating46 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length43 ft (13.1 m)
Longest span41 ft (12.5 m)
Deck width113 ft (34.5 m)
Roadway width109 ft (33.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic35,755 (2018)
Projected traffic60,547 by 2041
Trucks18%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesOther
Detour if closed16.8 mi (27 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$14 million (2024 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was RTE I87 over Ex-N Y Central RR built?

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

What condition is RTE I87 over Ex-N Y Central RR 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does RTE I87 over Ex-N Y Central RR carry?

About 35,755 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.

How long is RTE I87 over Ex-N Y Central RR?

The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 41 ft (12.5 m) and a deck 113 ft wide.

Who owns RTE I87 over Ex-N Y Central RR?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.