Washington Avenue over East Meadow Brook
GoodNassau County, New York · .7 MI So of Int Ssp & Msp · Structure no. 000000001077480
- Built
- 1934
- 91 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 38 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,396
- 2019 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
Washington Avenue over East Meadow Brook is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Washington Avenue over East Meadow Brook in Nassau County, New York. It was built in 1934, 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 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 6,396 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,913 by 2041. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long and 53 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 2.5 mi (4 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Washington Avenue over East Meadow Brook built?
It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025.
What condition is Washington Avenue over East Meadow Brook 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does Washington Avenue over East Meadow Brook carry?
About 6,396 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Washington Avenue over East Meadow Brook?
The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (3.9 m) and a deck 53 ft wide.
Who owns Washington Avenue over East Meadow Brook?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.