East River Drive over Schaefer Brook
GoodWarren County, New York · 2 MI S of Lake Luzerne · Structure no. 000000003305520
- Built
- 1940
- 85 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 28 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 1,568
- 2019 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
East River Drive over Schaefer Brook is a steel culvert carrying East River Drive over Schaefer Brook in Warren County, New York. It was built in 1940, so it is 85 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 1,568 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,195 by 2039. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 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 East River Drive over Schaefer Brook built?
It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025.
What condition is East River Drive over Schaefer 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does East River Drive over Schaefer Brook carry?
About 1,568 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is East River Drive over Schaefer Brook?
The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m).
Who owns East River Drive over Schaefer Brook?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.