US Bridges

Cross River DR over Peconic River

Fair

Suffolk County, New York · 2 MI E of Riverhead · Structure no. 000000003364460

Built
1975
50 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
738 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
25,454
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Cross River DR over Peconic River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Cross River DR over Peconic River in Suffolk County, New York. It was built in 1975, so it is 50 years old, younger 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 25,454 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 29,368 by 2041. The structure is 738 ft (224.9 m) long and 63 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesCross River DR
CrossesPeconic River
Location2 MI E of Riverhead
RouteCounty Highway 0
Coordinates40.91819, -72.63861
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating52.9 US tons
Inventory rating24.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans7
Design loadHS 20
Structure length738 ft (224.9 m)
Longest span102 ft (31 m)
Deck width63 ft (19.2 m)
Roadway width56 ft (17.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic25,454 (2020)
Projected traffic29,368 by 2041
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$21.9 million (2024 estimate)
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was Cross River DR over Peconic River built?

It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025.

What condition is Cross River DR over Peconic River 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 Cross River DR over Peconic River carry?

About 25,454 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is Cross River DR over Peconic River?

The structure is 738 ft (224.9 m) long with a longest span of 102 ft (31 m) and a deck 63 ft wide.

Who owns Cross River DR over Peconic River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.