Brooklyn Bridge over I278 Fdr Drive Fdr Dri

Poor Condition143 years old110,939 vehicles/day

Location

StateNew York
CountyNew York
LocationBrooklyn Br Over East Rvr
CarriesBrooklyn Bridge
CrossesI278 Fdr Drive Fdr Dri
Coordinates40.70810, -73.99951

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionPoor
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure4 (Poor)
Substructure5 (Fair)
Channel/Waterway9 (Excellent)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignSuspension
Total Length5988.8 ft (1825.4 m)
Max Span1595.8 ft (486.4 m)
Deck Width86.0 ft (26.2 m)
Deck Area47825.5 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1883 (reconstructed 2016)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic110,939 (2019)
Lanes On Bridge6
Lanes Under Bridge44

Inspection & Ownership

Last InspectionNovember 2024
Inspection FrequencyEvery 12 months
OwnerCity/Municipal Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is on the National Register of Historic Places
Structure Number000000002240019

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