RTE 27 over Valley Strm
FairNassau County, New York · 1.1 MI E NYC L-Rte 27 · Structure no. 000000001056249
- Built
- 1957
- 68 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 24 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 36,669
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
RTE 27 over Valley Strm is a concrete culvert carrying RTE 27 over Valley Strm in Nassau County, New York. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 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 36,669 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 42,308 by 2041. The structure is 24 ft (7.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).
Location
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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 Valley Strm built?
It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.
What condition is RTE 27 over Valley Strm 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 27 over Valley Strm carry?
About 36,669 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is RTE 27 over Valley Strm?
The structure is 24 ft (7.2 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns RTE 27 over Valley Strm?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.