US Bridges

CR 89 over I-87 RTE I87

Fair

Ulster County, New York · 1.6 MI NE of Exit 20 · Structure no. 000000005515590

Built
1948
77 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
217 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
2,282
2020 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

CR 89 over I-87 RTE I87 is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying CR 89 over I-87 RTE I87 in Ulster County, New York. It was built in 1948, so it is 77 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 2,282 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,823 by 2041. The structure is 217 ft (66.1 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesCR 89
CrossesI-87 RTE I87
Location1.6 MI NE of Exit 20
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyUlster County
StateNew York
Coordinates42.10842, -73.95805
Functional classUrban Collector

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.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating53 US tons
Inventory rating32 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length217 ft (66.1 m)
Longest span65 ft (19.8 m)
Deck width35 ft (10.6 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,282 (2020)
Projected traffic2,823 by 2041
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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$5 million (2024 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was CR 89 over I-87 RTE I87 built?

It was built in 1948, making it 77 years old in 2025.

What condition is CR 89 over I-87 RTE I87 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does CR 89 over I-87 RTE I87 carry?

About 2,282 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is CR 89 over I-87 RTE I87?

The structure is 217 ft (66.1 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.8 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.

Who owns CR 89 over I-87 RTE I87?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.