US Bridges

RTE 278 over Bayway Industrial Track

Good

Richmond County, New York · I278 Nj/Ny Border · Structure no. 00000000552305C

Built
2017
8 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
1,507 ft
9 main spans
Daily traffic
68,239
2019 count
Owner
Toll Authority
Local Toll Authority

About this bridge

RTE 278 over Bayway Industrial Track is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying RTE 278 over Bayway Industrial Track in Richmond County, New York. It was built in 2017, so it is 8 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 68,239 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 87,195 by 2041. The structure is 1,507 ft (459.3 m) long and 56 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).

Location

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CarriesRTE 278
CrossesBayway Industrial Track
LocationI278 Nj/Ny Border
RouteInterstate 278
CountyRichmond County
StateNew York
Coordinates40.63693, -74.20039
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
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans9
Design loadOther
Structure length1,507 ft (459.3 m)
Longest span177 ft (53.9 m)
Deck width56 ft (17.1 m)
Roadway width53 ft (16.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deck17 ft (5.3 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic68,239 (2019)
Projected traffic87,195 by 2041
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and railroad
Detour if closed19.9 mi (32 km)
TollToll bridge
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerLocal Toll Authority
Maintained byPrivate (other than railroad)
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$62.4 million (2024 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was RTE 278 over Bayway Industrial Track built?

It was built in 2017, making it 8 years old in 2025.

What condition is RTE 278 over Bayway Industrial Track 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does RTE 278 over Bayway Industrial Track carry?

About 68,239 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is RTE 278 over Bayway Industrial Track?

The structure is 1,507 ft (459.3 m) long with a longest span of 177 ft (53.9 m) and a deck 56 ft wide.

Who owns RTE 278 over Bayway Industrial Track?

It is owned by the Local Toll Authority and maintained by the Private (other than railroad).