US Bridges

RTE 278 over Morgan Ave

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Kings County, New York · I-278 over Morgan Ave · Structure no. 000000001079700

Built
2016
9 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
98 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
130,888
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

RTE 278 over Morgan Ave is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying RTE 278 over Morgan Ave in Kings County, New York. It was built in 2016, so it is 9 years old, younger than the New York average of 53 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 130,888 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 167,248 by 2041. The structure is 98 ft (29.9 m) long and 89 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 17.4 mi (28 km).

Location

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CarriesRTE 278
CrossesMorgan Ave
LocationI-278 over Morgan Ave
RouteInterstate 278
CountyKings County
StateNew York
Coordinates40.72318, -73.93935
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating73 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length98 ft (29.9 m)
Longest span97 ft (29.6 m)
Deck width89 ft (27.1 m)
Roadway width84 ft (25.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deck107 ft (32.7 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic130,888 (2020)
Projected traffic167,248 by 2041
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed17.4 mi (28 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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$8.6 million (2024 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was RTE 278 over Morgan Ave built?

It was built in 2016, making it 9 years old in 2025.

What condition is RTE 278 over Morgan Ave in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in August 2023.

How much traffic does RTE 278 over Morgan Ave carry?

About 130,888 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is RTE 278 over Morgan Ave?

The structure is 98 ft (29.9 m) long with a longest span of 97 ft (29.6 m) and a deck 89 ft wide.

Who owns RTE 278 over Morgan Ave?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.