US Bridges

RTE I278 over CSX Trans/Hnts Pt

Fair

Bronx County, New York · .1 Mile E JCT I278 & I895 · Structure no. 000000002076929

Built
1950
75 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2023
Type
Frame
Concrete Continuous
Length
22 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
143,338
2019 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

RTE I278 over CSX Trans/Hnts Pt is a concrete continuous frame carrying RTE I278 over CSX Trans/Hnts Pt in Bronx County, New York. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 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 143,338 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 183,157 by 2041. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 173 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesRTE I278
CrossesCSX Trans/Hnts Pt
Location.1 Mile E JCT I278 & I895
RouteInterstate 278
CountyBronx County
StateNew York
Coordinates40.82263, -73.88499
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

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.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
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 alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating83 US tons

Structure

Structure typeFrame
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span20 ft (6 m)
Deck width173 ft (52.7 m)
Roadway width147 ft (44.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic143,338 (2019)
Projected traffic183,157 by 2041
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure10
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$10.9 million (2024 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was RTE I278 over CSX Trans/Hnts Pt built?

It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.

What condition is RTE I278 over CSX Trans/Hnts Pt 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does RTE I278 over CSX Trans/Hnts Pt carry?

About 143,338 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is RTE I278 over CSX Trans/Hnts Pt?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6 m) and a deck 173 ft wide.

Who owns RTE I278 over CSX Trans/Hnts Pt?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.