US Bridges

RTE 24 over Meadow Brook Stream

Good

Nassau County, New York · 700 Ft W JCT SH 24 & Msp · Structure no. 000000001018080

Built
1956
69 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
28 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
31,689
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

RTE 24 over Meadow Brook Stream is a concrete culvert carrying RTE 24 over Meadow Brook Stream in Nassau County, New York. It was built in 1956, so it is 69 years old, older 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 31,689 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 36,562 by 2041. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesRTE 24
CrossesMeadow Brook Stream
Location700 Ft W JCT SH 24 & Msp
RouteState Highway 24
Coordinates40.72147, -73.58281
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating62.8 US tons
Inventory rating48.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length28 ft (8.5 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic31,689 (2020)
Projected traffic36,562 by 2041
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure8
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$1.6 million (2024 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was RTE 24 over Meadow Brook Stream built?

It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.

What condition is RTE 24 over Meadow Brook Stream 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does RTE 24 over Meadow Brook Stream carry?

About 31,689 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is RTE 24 over Meadow Brook Stream?

The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns RTE 24 over Meadow Brook Stream?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.