RTE 197 over Hudson River

Fair Condition63 years old12,957 vehicles/day

Location

StateNew York
CountySaratoga
LocationJct SH 197 & Hudson River
CarriesRTE 197
CrossesHudson River
Coordinates43.26421, -73.59092

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length513.1 ft (156.4 m)
Max Span99.7 ft (30.4 m)
Deck Width33.1 ft (10.1 m)
Deck Area1579.6 sq m
Main Spans5
Year Built1963 (reconstructed 2014)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic12,957 (2020)
Truck Traffic10%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection624
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000001039840

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