US Bridges

RTE 984 over Saw Mill River

Fair

Westchester County, New York · 3.2 M N Jcts Odell & Smrp · Structure no. 000000002262270

Built
1997
28 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
24 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,187
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

RTE 984 over Saw Mill River is a concrete culvert carrying RTE 984 over Saw Mill River in Westchester County, New York. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 years old, younger 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 2,187 vehicles a day, projected to reach 3,062 by 2037. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesRTE 984
CrossesSaw Mill River
Location3.2 M N Jcts Odell & Smrp
CountyWestchester County
StateNew York
Coordinates40.98307, -73.86563
Functional classUrban Local

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
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
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating85.2 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span22 ft (6.7 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.4 m)
Roadway width34 ft (10.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,187 (2017)
Projected traffic3,062 by 2037
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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$526,000 (2024 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was RTE 984 over Saw Mill River built?

It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.

What condition is RTE 984 over Saw Mill 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does RTE 984 over Saw Mill River carry?

About 2,187 vehicles per day (2017 count).

How long is RTE 984 over Saw Mill River?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.7 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns RTE 984 over Saw Mill River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.