US Bridges

RTE 6 over Shrub Oak Brook

Fair

Westchester County, New York · 0.3 MI W JCT US 6 + Tsp · Structure no. 000000001003430

Built
1963
62 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
50 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
19,889
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

RTE 6 over Shrub Oak Brook is a concrete continuous culvert carrying RTE 6 over Shrub Oak Brook in Westchester County, New York. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 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 19,889 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,982 by 2041. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

Location

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CarriesRTE 6
CrossesShrub Oak Brook
Location0.3 MI W JCT US 6 + Tsp
RouteU.S. Route 6
CountyWestchester County
StateNew York
Coordinates41.33149, -73.82345
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating89 US tons
Inventory rating53 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length50 ft (15.2 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic19,889 (2015)
Projected traffic19,982 by 2041
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$2.5 million (2024 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was RTE 6 over Shrub Oak Brook built?

It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.

What condition is RTE 6 over Shrub Oak Brook 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 6 over Shrub Oak Brook carry?

About 19,889 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is RTE 6 over Shrub Oak Brook?

The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.5 m).

Who owns RTE 6 over Shrub Oak Brook?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.