Governor Kathy Hochul announced on April 3 that construction has begun on a $24 million project to replace the bridge carrying State Route 410 over the Black River between the Towns of Denmark and Croghan in Lewis County. The original structure, built in 1955, will be replaced by a modern four-span bridge aimed at improving safety and resilience along this important route.
The new bridge is expected to provide better access to recreational destinations such as golf courses, Cedar Creek Campground, and a Black River water access point for fishing, kayaking, and canoeing. The replacement is part of ongoing efforts to update aging infrastructure across New York State.
“All across New York, we are shoring up our existing infrastructure, increasing its durability and resiliency, while continuing to meet the needs of the traveling public, and that’s just what we’re doing with this important bridge project in Lewis County,” Governor Hochul said. “The State Route 410 Bridge over the Black River is an important North Country crossing that will far exceed expectations once complete, providing better accommodations for walkers, bikers and even tractors, while withstanding the rigors of North Country winters for future generations.”
The new structure will replace a seven-span steel grate deck bridge with a four-span multi-girder concrete deck design. It will feature wider travel lanes and shoulders to accommodate pedestrians, cyclists, and farm equipment. Raising the profile of the bridge aims to increase hydraulic capacity for greater resiliency.
New York State Department of Transportation Commissioner Marie Therese Dominguez said: “The Department of Transportation recognizes the importance of State Route 410 Bridge over Black River in Lewis County as an integral link in the vast North Country transportation network, connecting people to jobs, loved ones, and their favorite local spots. This is one of the largest bridge projects the Department has undertaken in the North Country in many years, and we are committed to building a superior new structure that is as resilient as the wonderful people who inhabit this great region.”
Traffic will continue on the current bridge during construction until completion of the new span. The project is scheduled for completion by July 2028.
Lewis County Board of Legislators Chairman Lawrence Dolhof said: “Lewis County is excited to see work begin on the State Route 410 Bridge over Black River. This project will bring connectivity back between Croghan and Denmark, and across the region. Thank you to Governor Hochul for bringing this attention to our aging infrastructure.”
