US Bridges

RTE I278 over 907C 907CX2M13033 RTE I

Fair

Richmond County, New York · I278 over the Narrows · Structure no. 000000005521217

Built
1961
64 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Suspension
Steel
Length
7,738 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
182,700
2014 count
Owner
Toll Authority
Local Toll Authority

About this bridge

RTE I278 over 907C 907CX2M13033 RTE I is a steel suspension carrying RTE I278 over 907C 907CX2M13033 RTE I in Richmond County, New York. It was built in 1961, 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 182,700 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 255,780 by 2034. The structure is 7,738 ft (2,358.5 m) long and 88 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 59.7 mi (96 km).

Location

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CarriesRTE I278
Crosses907C 907CX2M13033 RTE I
LocationI278 over the Narrows
RouteInterstate 278
CountyRichmond County
StateNew York
Coordinates40.60941, -74.03609
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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
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.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating45 US tons
Inventory rating32 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSuspension
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5 (+12 approach)
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length7,738 ft (2,358.5 m)
Longest span4,224 ft (1,287.5 m)
Deck width88 ft (26.8 m)
Roadway width74 ft (22.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deck15 ft (4.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic182,700 (2014)
Projected traffic255,780 by 2034
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway and waterway
Detour if closed59.7 mi (96 km)
TollToll bridge
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerLocal Toll Authority
Maintained byLocal Toll Authority
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$792.8 million (2024 estimate)
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was RTE I278 over 907C 907CX2M13033 RTE I built?

It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.

What condition is RTE I278 over 907C 907CX2M13033 RTE I 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 2024.

How much traffic does RTE I278 over 907C 907CX2M13033 RTE I carry?

About 182,700 vehicles per day (2014 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is RTE I278 over 907C 907CX2M13033 RTE I?

The structure is 7,738 ft (2,358.5 m) long with a longest span of 4,224 ft (1,287.5 m) and a deck 88 ft wide.

Who owns RTE I278 over 907C 907CX2M13033 RTE I?

It is owned by the Local Toll Authority.