Merrick Boulevard over RTE 907B
PoorQueens County, New York · 5 MI S Gcp & Crs Isl Pkwy · Structure no. 000000002231720
- Built
- 1933
- 92 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete
- Length
- 72 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 17,339
- 2018 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Merrick Boulevard over RTE 907B is a concrete arch - deck carrying Merrick Boulevard over RTE 907B in Queens County, New York. It was built in 1933, so it is 92 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 17,339 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,063 by 2041. The structure is 72 ft (21.9 m) long and 83 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Merrick Boulevard over RTE 907B built?
It was built in 1933, making it 92 years old in 2025.
What condition is Merrick Boulevard over RTE 907B 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does Merrick Boulevard over RTE 907B carry?
About 17,339 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Merrick Boulevard over RTE 907B?
The structure is 72 ft (21.9 m) long with a longest span of 67 ft (20.4 m) and a deck 83 ft wide.
Who owns Merrick Boulevard over RTE 907B?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.