Queens Midtown Tunnel

GPTKB entity

Statements (50)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:cave
gptkbp:accessibility ADA compliant features
gptkbp:architect gptkb:Othmar_Ammann
gptkbp:breathability mechanical ventilation system
gptkbp:challenges water table issues
gptkbp:climate_impact affected by severe weather conditions
gptkbp:closure_history temporary closures for maintenance
gptkbp:community_impact local businesses benefit from traffic
gptkbp:connects gptkb:Manhattan
gptkb:Queen
gptkbp:constructed_in 1936-1940
gptkbp:construction_cost $58 million
gptkbp:construction_method cut-and-cover
gptkbp:cultural_heritage not designated as a historic landmark
gptkbp:cultural_references featured in films and media
gptkbp:depth approximately 90 feet below the surface
gptkbp:design double-decked
gptkbp:emergency_services limited
conducted regularly
accessible via emergency exits
improved with upgrades
gptkbp:enforces frequent due to congestion
gptkbp:environmental_impact studies conducted
gptkbp:features two lanes in each direction
gptkbp:future_plans upgrades and expansions considered
gptkbp:has_public_transport limited bus services
gptkbp:has_toll yes
varies by vehicle type
electronic toll collection available
located in Queens
gptkbp:historical_significance part of the Triborough Bridge and Tunnel Authority
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Queens Midtown Tunnel
gptkbp:landmarks gptkb:United_Nations_Headquarters
gptkbp:length 1.7 miles
gptkbp:lighting LED lighting installed
gptkbp:location gptkb:New_York_City
gptkbp:maintenance gptkb:MTA
gptkbp:opened gptkb:1940
gptkbp:operator gptkb:MTA_Bridges_and_Tunnels
gptkbp:passenger_traffic vehicular
approximately 100,000 vehicles per day
real-time monitoring system
affected by major events
gptkbp:public_perception important for commuters
gptkbp:renovation various over the years
gptkbp:safety_features fire suppression systems
gptkbp:significance major transportation route
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Queens,_New_York
gptkb:Queens,_New_York_City,_New_York,_USA
gptkbp:bfsLayer 4