RTE I278 over RTE I278 the Narrows
FairRichmond County, New York · I278 over Verraz. Narrows · Structure no. 000000005521218
- Built
- 1961
- 64 years old, rebuilt 2022
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Suspension
- Steel
- Length
- 7,925 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 174,804
- 2021 count
- Owner
- Toll Authority
- Local Toll Authority
About this bridge
RTE I278 over RTE I278 the Narrows is a steel suspension carrying RTE I278 over RTE I278 the Narrows in Richmond County, New York. It was built in 1961 and reconstructed in 2022, 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 174,804 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 223,364 by 2041. The structure is 7,925 ft (2,415.5 m) long and 85 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 59.7 mi (96 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was RTE I278 over RTE I278 the Narrows built?
It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2022.
What condition is RTE I278 over RTE I278 the Narrows 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 RTE I278 the Narrows carry?
About 174,804 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is RTE I278 over RTE I278 the Narrows?
The structure is 7,925 ft (2,415.5 m) long with a longest span of 4,224 ft (1,287.5 m) and a deck 85 ft wide.
Who owns RTE I278 over RTE I278 the Narrows?
It is owned by the Local Toll Authority.