Joseph P. Addabbo Memorial Bridge

The Joseph P. Addabbo Memorial Bridge crosses Jamaica Bay with six traffic lanes along Cross Bay Boulevard connecting Howard Beach to Broad Channel. The structure carries vehicles continuously between these two neighborhoods in Queens.

Construction started in 1988 to replace an older bridge from the 1920s that had become deteriorated. The new structure opened in 1993 and modernized the connection across Jamaica Bay.

The bridge honors a politician from the area who served in the US Congress for about 25 years representing this district. This naming reflects how the community acknowledges important local figures.

A pedestrian pathway on the western side allows walkers to cross while observing water birds in the bay. This route offers a slower way to experience the crossing and see the surrounding waterscape.

Many people do not realize that the pedestrian path is a regular spot for watching herons and other water hunters in flight. This unexpected wildlife presence turns the crossing into something more than just a commuting route.

Location: New York

GPS coordinates: 40.64222,-73.83472

Latest update: December 12, 2025 12:06