US Bridges

US 9 (new Rd) over Gsp

Fair

Atlantic County, New Jersey · 1.2 MI N-C.May-Atl CO Lin · Structure no. 360289T

Built
1964
61 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
396 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
12,176
2023 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

US 9 (new Rd) over Gsp is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 9 (new Rd) over Gsp in Atlantic County, New Jersey. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 years old, older 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 12,176 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,610 by 2043. The structure is 396 ft (120.7 m) long and 49 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 9 (new Rd)
CrossesGsp
Location1.2 MI N-C.May-Atl CO Lin
RouteU.S. Route 9
CountyAtlantic County
StateNew Jersey
Coordinates39.30775, -74.61882
Functional classUrban Minor 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.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating58 US tons
Inventory rating35.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length396 ft (120.7 m)
Longest span147 ft (44.8 m)
Deck width49 ft (14.9 m)
Roadway width41 ft (12.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,176 (2023)
Projected traffic14,610 by 2043
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Toll Authority
Maintained byState Toll Authority
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 9 (new Rd) over Gsp built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 9 (new Rd) over Gsp 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does US 9 (new Rd) over Gsp carry?

About 12,176 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is US 9 (new Rd) over Gsp?

The structure is 396 ft (120.7 m) long with a longest span of 147 ft (44.8 m) and a deck 49 ft wide.

Who owns US 9 (new Rd) over Gsp?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.