RTE I278 over Bronx River

Fair Condition74 years old55,675 vehicles/day

Location

StateNew York
CountyBronx
Location.1mi E I278+i878
CarriesRTE I278
CrossesBronx River
Coordinates40.82283, -73.88467

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour CriticalUnknown

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignMovable - Bascule
Total Length174.9 ft (53.3 m)
Max Span95.8 ft (29.2 m)
Deck Width69.9 ft (21.3 m)
Deck Area1135.3 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1952 (reconstructed 1995)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic55,675 (2010)
Truck Traffic11%
Lanes On Bridge4

Inspection & Ownership

Last InspectionNovember 2023
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000002066671

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