US Bridges

Nj 87 over Absec. Inl.&rampj&n.Ve

Fair

Atlantic County, New Jersey · 1.07 Mile North of US 30 · Structure no. 0115150

Built
1972
53 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
2,148 ft
9 main spans
Daily traffic
21,290
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Nj 87 over Absec. Inl.&rampj&n.Ve is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Nj 87 over Absec. Inl.&rampj&n.Ve in Atlantic County, New Jersey. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 years old, younger than the New Jersey average of 58.5 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 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 21,290 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 25,545 by 2043. The structure is 2,148 ft (654.7 m) long and 66 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

Location

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CarriesNj 87
CrossesAbsec. Inl.&rampj&n.Ve
Location1.07 Mile North of US 30
RouteState Highway 87
CountyAtlantic County
StateNew Jersey
Coordinates39.3835, -74.4249
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.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
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 geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating65 US tons
Inventory rating39 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans9 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length2,148 ft (654.7 m)
Longest span199 ft (60.7 m)
Deck width66 ft (20 m)
Roadway width54 ft (16.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic21,290 (2023)
Projected traffic25,545 by 2043
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway and waterway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$825,000 (2023 estimate)
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was Nj 87 over Absec. Inl.&rampj&n.Ve built?

It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.

What condition is Nj 87 over Absec. Inl.&rampj&n.Ve 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does Nj 87 over Absec. Inl.&rampj&n.Ve carry?

About 21,290 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Nj 87 over Absec. Inl.&rampj&n.Ve?

The structure is 2,148 ft (654.7 m) long with a longest span of 199 ft (60.7 m) and a deck 66 ft wide.

Who owns Nj 87 over Absec. Inl.&rampj&n.Ve?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.