RTE I295 over Cross Island Pkwy S/B C
FairQueens County, New York · I295 over East River · Structure no. 00000000552126B
- Built
- 1961
- 64 years old, rebuilt 1995
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 1,104 ft
- 12 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 111,376
- 2021 count
- Owner
- Toll Authority
- Local Toll Authority
About this bridge
RTE I295 over Cross Island Pkwy S/B C is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying RTE I295 over Cross Island Pkwy S/B C in Queens County, New York. It was built in 1961 and reconstructed in 1995, so it is 64 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 111,376 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 142,316 by 2041. The structure is 1,104 ft (336.5 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was RTE I295 over Cross Island Pkwy S/B C built?
It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1995.
What condition is RTE I295 over Cross Island Pkwy S/B C 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does RTE I295 over Cross Island Pkwy S/B C carry?
About 111,376 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is RTE I295 over Cross Island Pkwy S/B C?
The structure is 1,104 ft (336.5 m) long with a longest span of 135 ft (41.1 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns RTE I295 over Cross Island Pkwy S/B C?
It is owned by the Local Toll Authority.