US Bridges

Springfield Blvd over Eqest Path (abnd)

Fair

Queens County, New York · 0.1 MI NW Springfield*gcp · Structure no. 000000002268770

Built
1930
95 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2023
Type
Frame
Concrete
Length
22 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
6,031
2020 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Springfield Blvd over Eqest Path (abnd) is a concrete frame carrying Springfield Blvd over Eqest Path (abnd) in Queens County, New York. It was built in 1930, so it is 95 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 6 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 6,031 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,059 by 2041. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 73 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesSpringfield Blvd
CrossesEqest Path (abnd)
Location0.1 MI NW Springfield*gcp
RouteCity Street 0
Coordinates40.73308, -73.7467
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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating81.4 US tons
Inventory rating32.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeFrame
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span21 ft (6.4 m)
Deck width73 ft (22.4 m)
Roadway width50 ft (15.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,031 (2020)
Projected traffic6,059 by 2041
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesOther
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$3.4 million (2024 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Springfield Blvd over Eqest Path (abnd) built?

It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025.

What condition is Springfield Blvd over Eqest Path (abnd) 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 2023.

How much traffic does Springfield Blvd over Eqest Path (abnd) carry?

About 6,031 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is Springfield Blvd over Eqest Path (abnd)?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.4 m) and a deck 73 ft wide.

Who owns Springfield Blvd over Eqest Path (abnd)?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.