Westchester County Department of Public Works

The Bronx River Parkway (BRP) is a major north-south transportation artery in southern Westchester County. The BRP is on the National Highway System and the northernmost portions, including the project area, are on the National Register of Historic Places. Approximately midway on this route in Westchester are two interconnected bridges that cross the Bronx River and the MTA Metro-North Railroad. Located immediately south of Exit 12 (Crane Road) in Scarsdale, and straddling the Greenburgh/Scarsdale municipal border, the two connected bridges are referred to as a single structure known as the Crane Road Bridge (or Viaduct).

To see the progress we've made in replacing the bridge, browse our photo gallery.

History
Built in 1924, the Crane Road Bridge was designed by one of New York’s premier architectural firms, Delano & Aldrich, who designed many historic structures, including the Marine Air Terminal at LaGuardia Airport and Kykuit, the Rockefeller family estate in Sleepy Hollow, NY. The bridge’s circular concrete piers, covered with rustic stone, are reminiscent of a clutch of mushrooms supporting a bridge deck curving gently around Scarsdale Lake, over the Bronx River and the adjacent Metro-North railroad, and through the Bronx River Parkway Reservation. The connected bridges have deteriorated and require rehabilitation or replacement.

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Project updates and latest information: Work completed.

On the afternoon of Friday, September 4, prior to Labor Day weekend, the Bronx River Parkway was restored to full operational in the vicinity of the Crane Road Bridge. The mainline roadway was restored to two lanes in each direction and the entrance ramp from Pipeline/Aqueduct Road to the SB Bronx River Parkway was also reopened.  In addition, both northbound and southbound Exit 12 Ramps to Crane Road were reopened.

As of October 21, 2015 the Parkland restoration/tree plantings have been substantially completed and the Bronx River Parkway Reservation Pathway reopened to the public.  This includes the new sidewalk on the bridge over the Metro-North Railroad and the ramp that accesses the Pathway and the southbound (inbound) railroad platform.

Thank you for your consideration and understanding as we have worked towards a successful completion of this project.

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The project commenced construction in June 2012 and is expected to be substantially completed in August 2015.

Construction activities currently taking place or occurring soon include:

• Finalization of asphalt plug joints
• Landscaping in the vicinity of Pipeline (Aqueduct Road)
• Tree plantings - to begin this fall due to seasonal restrictions

Construction activities substantially completed:

• Installation of new stone masonry
• Installation of guiderail, signs and pavement markings
• Restriction to one lane of traffic in each direction
• Closure of northbound Exit 12
• Closure of the southbound entrance from Pipeline (Aqueduct Road)
• Asphalt paving
• Bridge deck waterproofing
• Installation of old stone masonry salvaged from the old structures
• Construction of the Phase 4 abutment wall and bridge seat for the Middle Abutment
• Construction of the Phase 4 abutment wall and bridge seat for the North Abutment
• Construction of the Phase 4 (northerly) Wing Wall for the North Abutment
• Installation of the Phase 4 pre-cast box beams over the Metro-North Railroad
• Demolition of the bridge over the Metro-North Railroad
• Excavation for footings at the north and middle abutments
• Construction of the west abutment soldier pile wing wall
• Installation of watermain joint rings on the 48" watermain under the SB BRP
• Removal of the old mushroom bridge over the Bronx River
• Shift of traffic onto the new bridge
• Paving and installation of bridge joints in the northbound direction
• Demolition of the existing mushroom bridge (day)
• Local street and ramp paving
• Installation of concrete median barrier
• Installation of guiderail/fencing on the east fascia
• Installation of the concrete deck for all 6 piers
• Concrete encasement of structural steel for all 6 piers
• Installation of steel cores, bracket arms and edge Beams for all 6 piers
• Installation of the phase 1 concrete deck over the Metro-North Railroad
• Installation of 12 (of 19) pre-stressed floor beams over the Metro-North Railroad
• Construction of the pedestrian ramp to the Bronx River Parkway Reservation Pathway and the MNR southbound train platform
• Construction of footings for all piers
• Construction of the South Abutment
• Construction of the West Abutment (Phase 1)
• Installation of drilled "H" Piles for the West Abutment (Phase 1)
• Installation of Micro-Piles for the South Abutment
• Construction of the North Abutment (Phase 1)
• Construction of the Middle Abutment (Phase 1)
• Relining of the 54” trunk sewer (beneath the Bronx River)
• Joint repairs to the 48" watermain (under Pipeline Road & BRP – Phase 1)

County traffic signals are listed below by municipality.

Restored Bridge Fascia (Rendering)

The Glen Island Approach Bridge is the sole connection for vehicles, pedestrians, and cyclists to enjoy Glen Island Park in New Rochelle, NY. The popular park is open to the public year-round and contains the Glen Island Harbour Club, boathouses, picnic facilities and a public beach. The bridge is owned and operated by Westchester County Department of Public Works and serves as an important transportation link between the park and the New Rochelle community. Built in 1930, the bridge is recognized for its historical engineering and architectural significance and has been deemed eligible for preservation by the National Register of Historic Places. However, due to substandard features, prolonged age, and poor condition of the existing structures, the bridge is under need of repair.

Restored Bridge Fascia (Rendering)

The Glen Island Bridge Reconstruction Project will provide much needed safety improvements, upgrading the bridge deck, providing steel repairs, electrical and mechanical upgrades, new masonry and painting, and sidewalk replacement. During construction, a temporary bridge will be built to the north of the permanent bridge so that the community can continue to enjoy Glen Island Park while repairs are underway. This will expedite the construction schedule, increase safety, and ensure that disruptions to visitors and mariners are minimal.

Traffic and Pedestrian Safety Improvements (Rendering)

In September 2024, the project was awarded to Kiewit Infrastructure Corporation in the amount of $79,670,066. The construction phase will commence on October 1, 2024, and is anticipated to be completed in December 2026. Westchester County and Kiewit are committed to administering a successful project while working in tandem with the community to make certain the needs of all bridge, park and harbor users are satisfied.

Questions or comments about the project

If you have any questions or comments, submit them online. you can also e-mail the project team at if you have any additional questions or comments

Before starting any construction project, be sure to obtain the required permits.

The county requires building approvals prior to any construction project on or adjacent to county property. The county also requires road permits prior to any construction, repair, maintenance or alteration of any drainage, sewer, water pipe, conduit or serviceable item which is on, above or underneath any county road or its right-of-way.

Firms, individuals, corporations, improvement districts or municipalities must file completed, notarized permit applications through the Westchester County Public Works office.

Verify county-owned facilities, roadways and other infrastructures through the County's Planning Department.

Building Approval Forms

• Building Approval Cover Letter and Instructions
• Building Approval Form (Prints on legal-sized paper only.)
• Toll Period Waiver Form
• Intersection Sight Distance Requirement Form

Road Permit Forms

• Road Permit Cover Letter and Instructions
  Road Permit Insurance Requirements (Residential)
  Road Permit Insurance Requirements (Commercial)
• Road Permit Form
• Road Permit Details
• For all Permits, the NYSDOT Standard Details for Work Zone Traffic Control shall be used.

All forms must be filled out, notarized and forwarded with original signatures to:

Michael R. Dispenza
Department of Public Works
148 Martine Ave. - Room 522
White Plains, NY 10601

For additional information, contact Michael Dispenza by phone at (914) 995-2594 or by e-mail at .