New York Avenue over AMTRAK Railroad
FairDistrict of Columbia, District of Columbia · New York Ave over RR · Structure no. 0563
- Built
- 1954
- 71 years old, rebuilt 2002
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2023
- Type
- Frame
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 338 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 80,000
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
New York Avenue over AMTRAK Railroad is a concrete continuous frame carrying New York Avenue over AMTRAK Railroad in District of Columbia, District of Columbia. It was built in 1954 and reconstructed in 2002, so it is 71 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 80,000 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 80,000 by 2027. The structure is 338 ft (103 m) long and 116 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
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Frequently asked questions
When was New York Avenue over AMTRAK Railroad built?
It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2002.
What condition is New York Avenue over AMTRAK Railroad 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 January 2023.
How much traffic does New York Avenue over AMTRAK Railroad carry?
About 80,000 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is New York Avenue over AMTRAK Railroad?
The structure is 338 ft (103 m) long with a longest span of 72 ft (21.9 m) and a deck 116 ft wide.
Who owns New York Avenue over AMTRAK Railroad?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.