RTE I278 over RTE I278 York Street
PoorKings County, New York · Adjacent to York Street · Structure no. 000000002268507
- Built
- 1944
- 81 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Frame
- Concrete
- Length
- 283 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 106,102
- 2006 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
RTE I278 over RTE I278 York Street is a concrete frame carrying RTE I278 over RTE I278 York Street in Kings County, New York. It was built in 1944, so it is 81 years old, older than the New York average of 53 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 106,102 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 148,543 by 2026. The structure is 283 ft (86.3 m) long and 37 ft wide.
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was RTE I278 over RTE I278 York Street built?
It was built in 1944, making it 81 years old in 2025.
What condition is RTE I278 over RTE I278 York Street in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in June 2023.
How much traffic does RTE I278 over RTE I278 York Street carry?
About 106,102 vehicles per day (2006 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is RTE I278 over RTE I278 York Street?
The structure is 283 ft (86.3 m) long with a longest span of 52 ft (15.8 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.
Who owns RTE I278 over RTE I278 York Street?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.