RTE 22A over Poultney River
FairWashington County, New York · 3.75 MI NW of Poultney · Structure no. 000000001017330
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 123 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 3,167
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
RTE 22A over Poultney River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying RTE 22A over Poultney River in Washington County, New York. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 6 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 3,167 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,303 by 2041. The structure is 123 ft (37.5 m) long and 51 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 10.6 mi (17 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was RTE 22A over Poultney River built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is RTE 22A over Poultney River 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does RTE 22A over Poultney River carry?
About 3,167 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is RTE 22A over Poultney River?
The structure is 123 ft (37.5 m) long with a longest span of 119 ft (36.2 m) and a deck 51 ft wide.
Who owns RTE 22A over Poultney River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.