New York Avenue over Anacostia River
FairDistrict of Columbia, District of Columbia · New York Av-Anacostia Riv · Structure no. 0076
- Built
- 1953
- 72 years old, rebuilt 1983
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Girder and Floorbeam System
- Steel
- Length
- 538 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 131,500
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
New York Avenue over Anacostia River is a steel girder and floorbeam system carrying New York Avenue over Anacostia River in District of Columbia, District of Columbia. It was built in 1953 and reconstructed in 1983, so it is 72 years old, older than the District of Columbia average of 63.7 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 131,500 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 131,500 by 2028. The structure is 538 ft (163.9 m) long and 96 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was New York Avenue over Anacostia River built?
It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1983.
What condition is New York Avenue over Anacostia River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in March 2024.
How much traffic does New York Avenue over Anacostia River carry?
About 131,500 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is New York Avenue over Anacostia River?
The structure is 538 ft (163.9 m) long with a longest span of 111 ft (33.8 m) and a deck 96 ft wide.
Who owns New York Avenue over Anacostia River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.