US Bridges

RTE 900 over From Harlem Rv DR Qns T

Fair

New York County, New York · On Randalls Island · Structure no. 000000005521209

Built
1936
89 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2024
Type
Movable - Lift
Steel
Length
4,675 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
86,409
2018 count
Owner
Toll Authority
Local Toll Authority

About this bridge

RTE 900 over From Harlem Rv DR Qns T is a steel movable - lift carrying RTE 900 over From Harlem Rv DR Qns T in New York County, New York. It was built in 1936, so it is 89 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 5 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 86,409 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 106,542 by 2041. The structure is 4,675 ft (1,424.9 m) long and 127 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesRTE 900
CrossesFrom Harlem Rv DR Qns T
LocationOn Randalls Island
RouteCity Street 900
CountyNew York County
StateNew York
Coordinates40.80092, -73.92909
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating49.1 US tons
Inventory rating25 US tons

Structure

Structure typeMovable - Lift
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans5 (+119 approach)
Design loadUnknown
Structure length4,675 ft (1,424.9 m)
Longest span315 ft (96 m)
Deck width127 ft (38.7 m)
Roadway width109 ft (33.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deck15 ft (4.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic86,409 (2018)
Projected traffic106,542 by 2041
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway and waterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 km)
TollToll bridge
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerLocal Toll Authority
Maintained byLocal Toll Authority
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$792.8 million (2024 estimate)
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was RTE 900 over From Harlem Rv DR Qns T built?

It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025.

What condition is RTE 900 over From Harlem Rv DR Qns T 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does RTE 900 over From Harlem Rv DR Qns T carry?

About 86,409 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is RTE 900 over From Harlem Rv DR Qns T?

The structure is 4,675 ft (1,424.9 m) long with a longest span of 315 ft (96 m) and a deck 127 ft wide.

Who owns RTE 900 over From Harlem Rv DR Qns T?

It is owned by the Local Toll Authority.