Merrick Road over Carman Creek
FairNassau County, New York · 1 MI SE of Massapequa · Structure no. 000000003360520
- Built
- 1972
- 53 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 28 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 26,377
- 2020 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Merrick Road over Carman Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Merrick Road over Carman Creek in Nassau County, New York. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 years old, younger 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 26,377 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 32,042 by 2041. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 2.5 mi (4 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Merrick Road over Carman Creek built?
It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.
What condition is Merrick Road over Carman Creek 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does Merrick Road over Carman Creek carry?
About 26,377 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Merrick Road over Carman Creek?
The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m).
Who owns Merrick Road over Carman Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.