Thomson Avenue over Amtrak Yard Long Islan

Fair Condition118 years old32,619 vehicles/day

Location

StateNew York
CountyQueens
LocationIn Long Island City
CarriesThomson Avenue
CrossesAmtrak Yard Long Islan
Coordinates40.74592, -73.94060

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Scour CriticalNot applicable

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length771.0 ft (235 m)
Max Span71.9 ft (21.9 m)
Deck Width80.1 ft (24.4 m)
Deck Area5,734 sq m
Main Spans14
Year Built1908 (reconstructed 1991)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic32,619 (2019)
Truck Traffic3%
Lanes On Bridge4

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection125
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerCity/Municipal Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000002247300

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