US Bridges

North Narrows RD over RTE I278

Fair

Richmond County, New York · 1.9MI W JCT I278+BELT Pky · Structure no. 000000001075760

Built
1964
61 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
75 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
6,330
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

North Narrows RD over RTE I278 is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying North Narrows RD over RTE I278 in Richmond County, New York. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 6,330 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,088 by 2041. The structure is 75 ft (22.9 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesNorth Narrows RD
CrossesRTE I278
Location1.9MI W JCT I278+BELT Pky
CountyRichmond County
StateNew York
Coordinates40.60405, -74.06816
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionFebruary 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 alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating66 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length75 ft (22.9 m)
Longest span70 ft (21.3 m)
Deck width43 ft (13.1 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,330 (2020)
Projected traffic8,088 by 2041
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$7 million (2024 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was North Narrows RD over RTE I278 built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.

What condition is North Narrows RD over RTE I278 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does North Narrows RD over RTE I278 carry?

About 6,330 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is North Narrows RD over RTE I278?

The structure is 75 ft (22.9 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns North Narrows RD over RTE I278?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.