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Rip Van Winkle Bridge

Rip Van Winkle Bridge on Hudson Rivernear Catskill / Hudson, NY; closed clearance about 145 ft. Major Hudson River landmark bridge.

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42.21760000, -73.85090000

Planning only Fixed bridgeAir draft concern
WaterwayHudson River
Route SegmentChesapeake / Hudson / Great Lakes
Route VariantCommon route or Loop alternative
State / ProvinceNY
Nearest CityCatskill / Hudson
Mile MarkerHudson River
Bridge TypeFixed cantilever
Source Confidencelow

Clearance And Opening Details

Vertical Clearance Closed145.00 ft
Vertical Clearance OpenNot verified
Horizontal ClearanceNot verified
VHF ChannelNot verified
PhoneNot verified
Last Verified2026-06-08
Verify against current water level / bridge gauge before transit.

Planning Notes

Air Draft Notes
Closed/air-draft clearance: 145 ft. Datum/reference: Planning value; verify NOAA ENC/current chart. Clearance band: High clearance
Opening Schedule
Fixed.
Operator / Contact
Not verified
Navigation Notes
Fixed. High clearance; not generally limiting. Closed/air-draft clearance: 145 ft. Datum/reference: Planning value; verify NOAA ENC/current chart. Clearance band: High clearance Fixed.
Regulatory Notes
Fixed. High clearance; not generally limiting.