RTE 278 over Long Island Rr 56th RD

Good Condition10 years old65,444 vehicles/day

Location

StateNew York
CountyKings
LocationI278 Over Newtown Creek
CarriesRTE 278
CrossesLong Island Rr 56th RD
Coordinates40.72503, -73.93319

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionGood
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure8 (Very Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignStayed Girder
Total Length2965.9 ft (904 m)
Max Span624.0 ft (190.2 m)
Deck Width99.4 ft (30.3 m)
Deck Area27391.2 sq m
Main Spans2
Year Built2016

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic65,444 (2020)
Truck Traffic9%
Lanes On Bridge6
Lanes Under Bridge6

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection124
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000001079731

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