US Bridges

RTE 9A over Quaker Bridge RD

Fair

Westchester County, New York · 4 MI W of NY-962J Ramp to · Structure no. 000000001006230

Built
1933
92 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Frame
Concrete
Length
74 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
31,962
2009 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

RTE 9A over Quaker Bridge RD is a concrete frame carrying RTE 9A over Quaker Bridge RD in Westchester County, New York. It was built in 1933, so it is 92 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 31,962 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 32,112 by 2041. The structure is 74 ft (22.6 m) long and 67 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesRTE 9A
CrossesQuaker Bridge RD
Location4 MI W of NY-962J Ramp to
RouteState Highway 9A
CountyWestchester County
StateNew York
Coordinates41.18568, -73.86878
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
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating61.8 US tons
Inventory rating24.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeFrame
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadH 20
Structure length74 ft (22.6 m)
Longest span58 ft (17.6 m)
Deck width67 ft (20.3 m)
Roadway width60 ft (18.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic31,962 (2009)
Projected traffic32,112 by 2041
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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$5.2 million (2024 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was RTE 9A over Quaker Bridge RD built?

It was built in 1933, making it 92 years old in 2025.

What condition is RTE 9A over Quaker Bridge RD 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 9A over Quaker Bridge RD carry?

About 31,962 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is RTE 9A over Quaker Bridge RD?

The structure is 74 ft (22.6 m) long with a longest span of 58 ft (17.6 m) and a deck 67 ft wide.

Who owns RTE 9A over Quaker Bridge RD?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.