US Bridges

Macombs Road over RTE I95 RTE I95

Fair

Bronx County, New York · .5 MI E I87+I95 · Structure no. 000000001066250

Built
1964
61 years old, rebuilt 2003
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Frame
Concrete Continuous
Length
141 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
6,743
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Macombs Road over RTE I95 RTE I95 is a concrete continuous frame carrying Macombs Road over RTE I95 RTE I95 in Bronx County, New York. It was built in 1964 and reconstructed in 2003, so it is 61 years old, older than the New York average of 53 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 6,743 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,231 by 2041. The structure is 141 ft (42.9 m) long and 100 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesMacombs Road
CrossesRTE I95 RTE I95
Location.5 MI E I87+I95
RouteCity Street 0
CountyBronx County
StateNew York
Coordinates40.84504, -73.91734
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating86 US tons
Inventory rating66 US tons

Structure

Structure typeFrame
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length141 ft (42.9 m)
Longest span66 ft (20.1 m)
Deck width100 ft (30.6 m)
Roadway width68 ft (20.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,743 (2020)
Projected traffic13,231 by 2041
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$20 million (2024 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Macombs Road over RTE I95 RTE I95 built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2003.

What condition is Macombs Road over RTE I95 RTE I95 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does Macombs Road over RTE I95 RTE I95 carry?

About 6,743 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Macombs Road over RTE I95 RTE I95?

The structure is 141 ft (42.9 m) long with a longest span of 66 ft (20.1 m) and a deck 100 ft wide.

Who owns Macombs Road over RTE I95 RTE I95?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.