US Bridges

RTE 908E over Fundy Channel

Fair

Nassau County, New York · Near East Bay in Nassau · Structure no. 000000001059149

Built
1934
91 years old, rebuilt 1988
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
513 ft
16 main spans
Daily traffic
32,642
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

RTE 908E over Fundy Channel is a prestressed concrete continuous box beam or girders - multiple carrying RTE 908E over Fundy Channel in Nassau County, New York. It was built in 1934 and reconstructed in 1988, 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 32,642 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 38,827 by 2041. The structure is 513 ft (156.4 m) long and 78 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesRTE 908E
CrossesFundy Channel
LocationNear East Bay in Nassau
RouteState Highway 908E
CountyNassau County
StateNew York
Coordinates40.61518, -73.55377
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.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourCountermeasures installed to correct a previously existing problem
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating55 US tons
Inventory rating42.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeBox Beam or Girders - Multiple
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans16
Design loadHS 20
Structure length513 ft (156.4 m)
Longest span32 ft (9.7 m)
Deck width78 ft (23.9 m)
Roadway width76 ft (23.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic32,642 (2019)
Projected traffic38,827 by 2041
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 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$19.8 million (2024 estimate)
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was RTE 908E over Fundy Channel built?

It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1988.

What condition is RTE 908E over Fundy Channel 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does RTE 908E over Fundy Channel carry?

About 32,642 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is RTE 908E over Fundy Channel?

The structure is 513 ft (156.4 m) long with a longest span of 32 ft (9.7 m) and a deck 78 ft wide.

Who owns RTE 908E over Fundy Channel?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.