US Bridges

Arthur Kill RD over Sirt South Shore

Good

Richmond County, New York · At West New Brighton · Structure no. 000000002249240

Built
1939
86 years old, rebuilt 2022
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
74 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
12,799
2017 count
Owner
Local
Other Local Agency

About this bridge

Arthur Kill RD over Sirt South Shore is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Arthur Kill RD over Sirt South Shore in Richmond County, New York. It was built in 1939 and reconstructed in 2022, 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 good condition with a lowest component rating of 9 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 12,799 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,548 by 2041. The structure is 74 ft (22.6 m) long and 50 ft wide.

CarriesArthur Kill RD
CrossesSirt South Shore
LocationAt West New Brighton
RouteCity Street 0
Coordinates40.51717, -74.2407
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Superstructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Substructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating69 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadH 20
Structure length74 ft (22.6 m)
Longest span73 ft (22.3 m)
Deck width50 ft (15.2 m)
Roadway width34 ft (10.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,799 (2017)
Projected traffic15,548 by 2041
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerOther Local Agency
Maintained byOther Local Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$8.5 million (2024 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Arthur Kill RD over Sirt South Shore built?

It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2022.

What condition is Arthur Kill RD over Sirt South Shore in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in April 2024.

How much traffic does Arthur Kill RD over Sirt South Shore carry?

About 12,799 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Arthur Kill RD over Sirt South Shore?

The structure is 74 ft (22.6 m) long with a longest span of 73 ft (22.3 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.

Who owns Arthur Kill RD over Sirt South Shore?

It is owned by the Other Local Agency.