US Bridges

W 65th ST Eastbd over Bridle Path W End

Fair

New York County, New York · In SW End of Central Pk · Structure no. 000000002245420

Built
1950
75 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2024
Type
Arch - Deck
Concrete
Length
36 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
14,158
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

W 65th ST Eastbd over Bridle Path W End is a concrete arch - deck carrying W 65th ST Eastbd over Bridle Path W End in New York County, New York. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 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 14,158 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,224 by 2041. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesW 65th ST Eastbd
CrossesBridle Path W End
LocationIn SW End of Central Pk
RouteCity Street 0
Coordinates40.7717, -73.97878
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating68.2 US tons
Inventory rating26.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeArch - Deck
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length36 ft (11 m)
Longest span36 ft (10.9 m)
Deck width39 ft (11.8 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,158 (2021)
Projected traffic14,224 by 2041
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesPedestrian / bicycle
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$1.2 million (2024 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was W 65th ST Eastbd over Bridle Path W End built?

It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.

What condition is W 65th ST Eastbd over Bridle Path W End 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does W 65th ST Eastbd over Bridle Path W End carry?

About 14,158 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is W 65th ST Eastbd over Bridle Path W End?

The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 36 ft (10.9 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.

Who owns W 65th ST Eastbd over Bridle Path W End?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.