RTE 908M over Hempstead Lake
GoodNassau County, New York · 4.6 MI E Ny City Line - S · Structure no. 000000001059459
- Built
- 1946
- 79 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Frame
- Concrete
- Length
- 24 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 160,996
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
RTE 908M over Hempstead Lake is a concrete frame carrying RTE 908M over Hempstead Lake in Nassau County, New York. It was built in 1946, so it is 79 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 160,996 vehicles a day, projected to reach 191,504 by 2041. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long and 155 ft wide.
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was RTE 908M over Hempstead Lake built?
It was built in 1946, making it 79 years old in 2025.
What condition is RTE 908M over Hempstead Lake 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does RTE 908M over Hempstead Lake carry?
About 160,996 vehicles per day (2018 count).
How long is RTE 908M over Hempstead Lake?
The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6 m) and a deck 155 ft wide.
Who owns RTE 908M over Hempstead Lake?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.