US Bridges

RTE 908G over Locust Lane

Fair

Nassau County, New York · Nsp - 4.8 MI NE Qns CO LN · Structure no. 000000001058079

Built
1934
91 years old, rebuilt 1968
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2024
Type
Frame
Concrete
Length
59 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
129,086
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

RTE 908G over Locust Lane is a concrete frame carrying RTE 908G over Locust Lane in Nassau County, New York. It was built in 1934 and reconstructed in 1968, so it is 91 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 129,086 vehicles a day, projected to reach 153,547 by 2041. The structure is 59 ft (18 m) long and 121 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesRTE 908G
CrossesLocust Lane
LocationNsp - 4.8 MI NE Qns CO LN
RouteState Highway 908G
CountyNassau County
StateNew York
Coordinates40.78046, -73.63261
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating61.6 US tons
Inventory rating22.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeFrame
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length59 ft (18 m)
Longest span51 ft (15.5 m)
Deck width121 ft (36.9 m)
Roadway width84 ft (25.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic129,086 (2017)
Projected traffic153,547 by 2041
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
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 statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$7.1 million (2024 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was RTE 908G over Locust Lane built?

It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1968.

What condition is RTE 908G over Locust Lane 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does RTE 908G over Locust Lane carry?

About 129,086 vehicles per day (2017 count).

How long is RTE 908G over Locust Lane?

The structure is 59 ft (18 m) long with a longest span of 51 ft (15.5 m) and a deck 121 ft wide.

Who owns RTE 908G over Locust Lane?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.