US Bridges

RTE 908G over 908K 908K07011050 RTE 9

Fair

Suffolk County, New York · 2.8 MI E JCT Rts 231+NSP · Structure no. 000000001058989

Built
1953
72 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Frame
Concrete Continuous
Length
110 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
48,232
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

RTE 908G over 908K 908K07011050 RTE 9 is a concrete continuous frame carrying RTE 908G over 908K 908K07011050 RTE 9 in Suffolk County, New York. It was built in 1953, so it is 72 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 6 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 48,232 vehicles a day, projected to reach 57,371 by 2041. The structure is 110 ft (33.5 m) long and 102 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 2.5 mi (4 km).

Location

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CarriesRTE 908G
Crosses908K 908K07011050 RTE 9
Location2.8 MI E JCT Rts 231+NSP
RouteState Highway 908G
CountySuffolk County
StateNew York
Coordinates40.81833, -73.2897
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

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.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating91.5 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeFrame
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length110 ft (33.5 m)
Longest span48 ft (14.6 m)
Deck width102 ft (31.1 m)
Roadway width87 ft (26.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic48,232 (2019)
Projected traffic57,371 by 2041
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed2.5 mi (4 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$10 million (2024 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was RTE 908G over 908K 908K07011050 RTE 9 built?

It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.

What condition is RTE 908G over 908K 908K07011050 RTE 9 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does RTE 908G over 908K 908K07011050 RTE 9 carry?

About 48,232 vehicles per day (2019 count).

How long is RTE 908G over 908K 908K07011050 RTE 9?

The structure is 110 ft (33.5 m) long with a longest span of 48 ft (14.6 m) and a deck 102 ft wide.

Who owns RTE 908G over 908K 908K07011050 RTE 9?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.