US Bridges

RTE I278 over RTE I278 John Warren Av

Fair

Richmond County, New York · I278 over the Narrows · Structure no. 00000000552121A

Built
1967
58 years old, rebuilt 2008
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
1,410 ft
12 main spans
Daily traffic
202,650
2002 count
Owner
Toll Authority
Local Toll Authority

About this bridge

RTE I278 over RTE I278 John Warren Av is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying RTE I278 over RTE I278 John Warren Av in Richmond County, New York. It was built in 1967 and reconstructed in 2008, so it is 58 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 202,650 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 283,710 by 2022. The structure is 1,410 ft (429.8 m) long and 45 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesRTE I278
CrossesRTE I278 John Warren Av
LocationI278 over the Narrows
RouteInterstate 278
CountyRichmond County
StateNew York
Coordinates40.61082, -74.03195
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.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionSeptember 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 rating68 US tons
Inventory rating39 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans12
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length1,410 ft (429.8 m)
Longest span142 ft (43.2 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.8 m)
Roadway width37 ft (11.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deck14 ft (4.3 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic202,650 (2002)
Projected traffic283,710 by 2022
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
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$48 million (2024 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was RTE I278 over RTE I278 John Warren Av built?

It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2008.

What condition is RTE I278 over RTE I278 John Warren Av 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does RTE I278 over RTE I278 John Warren Av carry?

About 202,650 vehicles per day (2002 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is RTE I278 over RTE I278 John Warren Av?

The structure is 1,410 ft (429.8 m) long with a longest span of 142 ft (43.2 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns RTE I278 over RTE I278 John Warren Av?

It is owned by the Local Toll Authority.