US Bridges

US 322-BLK Hrse Pk over Conrail Beesleys Pt Sec

Good

Atlantic County, New Jersey · 0.16 MI West of Nj 54 · Structure no. 0119150

Built
2015
10 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
167 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
12,744
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 322-BLK Hrse Pk over Conrail Beesleys Pt Sec is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 322-BLK Hrse Pk over Conrail Beesleys Pt Sec in Atlantic County, New Jersey. It was built in 2015, so it is 10 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 good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 12,744 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,550 by 2043. The structure is 167 ft (50.9 m) long and 101 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesUS 322-BLK Hrse Pk
CrossesConrail Beesleys Pt Sec
Location0.16 MI West of Nj 54
RouteU.S. Route 322
Coordinates39.594, -74.85707
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating71.1 US tons
Inventory rating54.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length167 ft (50.9 m)
Longest span64 ft (19.5 m)
Deck width101 ft (30.7 m)
Roadway width84 ft (25.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,744 (2023)
Projected traffic15,550 by 2043
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$7.5 million
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 322-BLK Hrse Pk over Conrail Beesleys Pt Sec built?

It was built in 2015, making it 10 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 322-BLK Hrse Pk over Conrail Beesleys Pt Sec in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in March 2023.

How much traffic does US 322-BLK Hrse Pk over Conrail Beesleys Pt Sec carry?

About 12,744 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is US 322-BLK Hrse Pk over Conrail Beesleys Pt Sec?

The structure is 167 ft (50.9 m) long with a longest span of 64 ft (19.5 m) and a deck 101 ft wide.

Who owns US 322-BLK Hrse Pk over Conrail Beesleys Pt Sec?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.