Babylon Turnpike over East Meadow Brook
FairNassau County, New York · At Freeport South of Ssp · Structure no. 000000001077760
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 34 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,889
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Babylon Turnpike over East Meadow Brook is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Babylon Turnpike over East Meadow Brook in Nassau County, New York. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 9,889 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,013 by 2041. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).
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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 Babylon Turnpike over East Meadow Brook built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is Babylon Turnpike over East Meadow Brook 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 Babylon Turnpike over East Meadow Brook carry?
About 9,889 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Babylon Turnpike over East Meadow Brook?
The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.5 m).
Who owns Babylon Turnpike over East Meadow Brook?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.