Hebetec and Freyssinet worked closely with the contractor to successfully accomplish this mission. The New Jersey side is about 2.5 miles (4 km) south of In 2013, two new cable-stayed crossings, running parallel to the old cantilever bridge and replacing it, were approved. photo credit: The Port Authority of New York and New JerseyThe Goethals Bridge carries I-278 over the Arthur Kill, connecting Staten Island to New Jersey and providing critical access for commuters and freight carriers between New Jersey and New York.

"We commend the Port Authority for finally making the new Goethals Bridge fully inclusive for all New Yorkers,” said Rose Uscianowski, Transportation Alternatives Staten Island organizer. Goethals Bridge serves as a critical transport connection between the states of New York and New Jersey. On completion, the project had injected over $US870 million in economic activity to the areaThe Goethals Bridge Replacement Project has been recognised for its innovation, collaboration and safety record. Approximate latitude, longitude +40.63567, -74.19716 (decimal degrees) In addition to carrying four vehicular lanes, the bridge was designed with a walkway for pedestrian and bicycle traffic. This new shared-use path on the Goethals Bridge opens up dedicated and safe access for residents who want greener recreational and commuting options or those looking for a way to appreciate the scenic views as they cross this impressive span,” said Port Authority Chairman Kevin O’Toole.The 10-foot-wide walkway/bikeway, located along the northern edge of the New Jersey-bound span, will offer not only a scenic view for pedestrians and bicyclists, but also another commuting option for Staten Island and New Jersey residents.“Cycling and walking are environmentally friendly ways to get around, and we want to expand these opportunities at our facilities whenever possible," said Port Authority Executive Director Rick Cotton.

Project Location: Goethals Bridge, Staten Island, NY: Project Contract Amount: $4,044,000: Project Executive: Mark D. Hall: Project Manager: Robert Fucetola “The Goethals Bridge is a crucial link between Staten Island and New Jersey.”“It became clear that allowing cyclists over the bridge and into Staten Island would put them in an unsafe condition, since as soon as they exited the Goethals path, they would be on Goethals Road North, which is the main entryway for trucks accessing the New York Container Terminal,” Port Authority spokesman Steve Coleman said at the time.The agency has since worked collaboratively with the New York City Department of Transportation (DOT), the New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJ DOT) and the City of Elizabeth to develop safe connections on both sides of the bridge to ensure smooth transitions for pedestrians and cyclists alike.Those exiting the bridge’s shared-use path will turn left onto Goethals Road North, circling around Western Avenue to Gulf Avenue, and then turning left onto Forest Avenue.The same route is used in the reverse direction for those accessing the bridge in the New Jersey-bound direction.A combination of on-street and off-street paths are used to provide cyclists and pedestrians a safe and efficient route, separated from motor vehicle traffic.“On foot or on two wheels, traveling between our two states has historically been a big challenge – so we thank the Port Authority for working with us to make the bridge and the New York City approaches more accessible. Westbound span opened to traffic: May 20, 2018.

New Bridge: Eastbound span opened to traffic: June 10, 2017. In August 1970, the toll was abolished for westbound drivers, and at the same time, eastbound drivers saw their tolls doubled. The choosing of the full replacement option was followed by the submittal of several design alternatives, alongside a "no build" option. Originally, tolls were collected in both directions. Get toll costs, travel distance and … Length of cable suspended spans: 1,635 feet. STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. -- With the sun shining brightly and the wind at his back, Westerleigh resident Mark Hermann became the first Staten Islander to bike across the Goethals Bridge. Original bridge opened to traffic: June 29, 1928. The project replaces the existing 85-year-old bridge, which is functionally obsolete, with a new six-lane, cable-stayed bridge directly south of the existing bridge. MBL does not guarantee or otherwise provide assurance in respect of the obligations of those entities.The Fund information on this website is general in nature. The new shared-use path on the Goethals Bridge will officially open to the public on Wednesday at 10 a.m. (Staten Island Advance/ Jan Somma-Hammel) STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. -- Following nearly a year and half of construction-related delays, the shared-use path for bicyclists and pedestrians on the new Goethals Bridge is finally set to open.“We are committed to creating more ways to link communities throughout our region. The current bridge will be demolished upon completion of the new bridge.The replacement bridge will consist of six, 12-foot travel lanes, 12-foot outer shoulders, and 5-foot inner shoulders, as well as a 10-foot bike/pedestrian path along the northern edge of the New Jersey-bound side.