Astoria Boulevard over RTE I278 RTE I278 47th
PoorQueens County, New York · 1 MI NW JCT I278 & SH 25A · Structure no. 000000002230810
- Built
- 1941
- 84 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 171 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 20,013
- 2020 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Astoria Boulevard over RTE I278 RTE I278 47th is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Astoria Boulevard over RTE I278 RTE I278 47th in Queens County, New York. It was built in 1941, so it is 84 years old, older than the New York average of 53 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 20,013 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,107 by 2041. The structure is 171 ft (52.1 m) long and 48 ft wide.
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Astoria Boulevard over RTE I278 RTE I278 47th built?
It was built in 1941, making it 84 years old in 2025.
What condition is Astoria Boulevard over RTE I278 RTE I278 47th in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in April 2023.
How much traffic does Astoria Boulevard over RTE I278 RTE I278 47th carry?
About 20,013 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is Astoria Boulevard over RTE I278 RTE I278 47th?
The structure is 171 ft (52.1 m) long with a longest span of 56 ft (17 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.
Who owns Astoria Boulevard over RTE I278 RTE I278 47th?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.