US Bridges

Linden Boulevard over RTE 907A RTE 907A

Fair

Queens County, New York · 3.8 MI S JCT Gcp & Ci Pky · Structure no. 000000002231750

Built
1939
86 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Frame
Concrete Continuous
Length
92 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
25,522
2020 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Linden Boulevard over RTE 907A RTE 907A is a concrete continuous frame carrying Linden Boulevard over RTE 907A RTE 907A in Queens County, New York. It was built in 1939, so it is 86 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 25,522 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 25,641 by 2041. The structure is 92 ft (28 m) long and 73 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesLinden Boulevard
CrossesRTE 907A RTE 907A
Location3.8 MI S JCT Gcp & Ci Pky
RouteCity Street 0
CountyQueens County
StateNew York
Coordinates40.69068, -73.72664
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
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.
Last inspectionMarch 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 geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating65.1 US tons
Inventory rating27.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeFrame
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length92 ft (28 m)
Longest span42 ft (12.8 m)
Deck width73 ft (22.3 m)
Roadway width50 ft (15.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic25,522 (2020)
Projected traffic25,641 by 2041
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
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 statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$9.2 million (2024 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Linden Boulevard over RTE 907A RTE 907A built?

It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025.

What condition is Linden Boulevard over RTE 907A RTE 907A 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does Linden Boulevard over RTE 907A RTE 907A carry?

About 25,522 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Linden Boulevard over RTE 907A RTE 907A?

The structure is 92 ft (28 m) long with a longest span of 42 ft (12.8 m) and a deck 73 ft wide.

Who owns Linden Boulevard over RTE 907A RTE 907A?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.