Park Ave. Viaduct over 42nd Street 41st Street

Poor Condition109 years old22,713 vehicles/day

Location

StateNew York
CountyNew York
LocationMidtown Manhattan
CarriesPark Ave. Viaduct
Crosses42nd Street 41st Street
Coordinates40.75211, -73.97765

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionPoor
Deck4 (Poor)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Scour CriticalNot applicable

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignGirder and Floorbeam
Total Length658.1 ft (200.6 m)
Max Span224.1 ft (68.3 m)
Deck Width43.0 ft (13.1 m)
Deck Area2627.9 sq m
Main Spans7
Year Built1917 (reconstructed 1984)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic22,713 (2019)
Lanes On Bridge3
Lanes Under Bridge8

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection724
Inspection FrequencyEvery 12 months
OwnerCity/Municipal Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000002246550

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