RTE I278 over Bronx River

Fair Condition74 years old71,669 vehicles/day

Location

StateNew York
CountyBronx
Location.1 Mi E I278+i878
CarriesRTE I278
CrossesBronx River
Coordinates40.82269, -73.88456

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure5 (Fair)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour CriticalUnknown

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignMovable - Bascule
Total Length259.8 ft (79.2 m)
Max Span107.0 ft (32.6 m)
Deck Width73.2 ft (22.3 m)
Deck Area1766.2 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1952 (reconstructed 2022)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic71,669 (2019)
Truck Traffic8%
Lanes On Bridge5

Inspection & Ownership

Last InspectionNovember 2024
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000002066672

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