RTE 197 over E Br Hudson River
FairWashington County, New York · JCT RTE 197 & Hudson R · Structure no. 000000004039850
- Built
- 1916
- 109 years old, rebuilt 2012
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 404 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 12,957
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
RTE 197 over E Br Hudson River is a concrete continuous arch - deck carrying RTE 197 over E Br Hudson River in Washington County, New York. It was built in 1916 and reconstructed in 2012, so it is 109 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 12,957 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,017 by 2041. The structure is 404 ft (123.1 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was RTE 197 over E Br Hudson River built?
It was built in 1916, making it 109 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2012.
What condition is RTE 197 over E Br Hudson 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does RTE 197 over E Br Hudson River carry?
About 12,957 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is RTE 197 over E Br Hudson River?
The structure is 404 ft (123.1 m) long with a longest span of 99 ft (30.1 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns RTE 197 over E Br Hudson River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.