RTE 27 over Smith Pond Outlet
FairNassau County, New York · 3.9 MI E NYC Li on RTE 27 · Structure no. 000000001018179
- Built
- 1939
- 86 years old, rebuilt 1958
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 28 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 37,189
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
RTE 27 over Smith Pond Outlet is a concrete culvert carrying RTE 27 over Smith Pond Outlet in Nassau County, New York. It was built in 1939 and reconstructed in 1958, so it is 86 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 6 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 37,189 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 42,908 by 2041. The structure is 28 ft (8.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was RTE 27 over Smith Pond Outlet built?
It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1958.
What condition is RTE 27 over Smith Pond Outlet 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does RTE 27 over Smith Pond Outlet carry?
About 37,189 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is RTE 27 over Smith Pond Outlet?
The structure is 28 ft (8.4 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns RTE 27 over Smith Pond Outlet?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.