US Bridges

Utopia Pkwy over RTE 907A RTE 907A

Fair

Queens County, New York · .3 MI W I78+CRSS Isl Pkwy · Structure no. 000000002231910

Built
1941
84 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Arch - Deck
Concrete Continuous
Length
104 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
14,737
2019 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Utopia Pkwy over RTE 907A RTE 907A is a concrete continuous arch - deck carrying Utopia Pkwy over RTE 907A RTE 907A 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 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 14,737 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,902 by 2041. The structure is 104 ft (31.7 m) long and 63 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesUtopia Pkwy
CrossesRTE 907A RTE 907A
Location.3 MI W I78+CRSS Isl Pkwy
RouteCity Street 0
CountyQueens County
StateNew York
Coordinates40.78629, -73.79489
Functional classUrban Minor 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
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 inspectionApril 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 alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating61.8 US tons
Inventory rating22.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeArch - Deck
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length104 ft (31.7 m)
Longest span50 ft (15.2 m)
Deck width63 ft (19.3 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,737 (2019)
Projected traffic17,902 by 2041
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusEligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$26.3 million (2024 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Utopia Pkwy over RTE 907A RTE 907A built?

It was built in 1941, making it 84 years old in 2025.

What condition is Utopia Pkwy 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does Utopia Pkwy over RTE 907A RTE 907A carry?

About 14,737 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Utopia Pkwy over RTE 907A RTE 907A?

The structure is 104 ft (31.7 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 63 ft wide.

Who owns Utopia Pkwy over RTE 907A RTE 907A?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.