US Bridges

RTE I278 over 278IX Brooklyn Yard (tb

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

Built
2016
9 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
823 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
—
2018 count
Owner
Toll Authority
Local Toll Authority

About this bridge

RTE I278 over 278IX Brooklyn Yard (tb is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying RTE I278 over 278IX Brooklyn Yard (tb in Richmond County, New York. It was built in 2016, so it is 9 years old, younger 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 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

No traffic count is recorded. The structure is 823 ft (250.9 m) long and 27 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesRTE I278
Crosses278IX Brooklyn Yard (tb
LocationI278 over the Narrows
RouteInterstate 278
CountyRichmond County
StateNew York
Coordinates40.61186, -74.03026
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating72 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans7
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length823 ft (250.9 m)
Longest span128 ft (39 m)
Deck width27 ft (8.2 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deck14 ft (4.4 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic—
Projected traffic—
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesOther
Detour if closed—
TollToll bridge
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate 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$16.4 million (2024 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was RTE I278 over 278IX Brooklyn Yard (tb built?

It was built in 2016, making it 9 years old in 2025.

What condition is RTE I278 over 278IX Brooklyn Yard (tb 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does RTE I278 over 278IX Brooklyn Yard (tb carry?

No traffic count is recorded for this structure.

How long is RTE I278 over 278IX Brooklyn Yard (tb?

The structure is 823 ft (250.9 m) long with a longest span of 128 ft (39 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.

Who owns RTE I278 over 278IX Brooklyn Yard (tb?

It is owned by the Local Toll Authority.