US Bridges

Colonial RD CR 117 over Trib of Pond Brook

Good

Bergen County, New Jersey · .10 Mi.South of RT.208 · Structure no. 020020A

Built
2001
24 years old, rebuilt 2014
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
25 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
9,323
2024 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Colonial RD CR 117 over Trib of Pond Brook is a concrete culvert carrying Colonial RD CR 117 over Trib of Pond Brook in Bergen County, New Jersey. It was built in 2001 and reconstructed in 2014, so it is 24 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 9,323 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,563 by 2044. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesColonial RD CR 117
CrossesTrib of Pond Brook
Location.10 Mi.South of RT.208
RouteCounty Highway 117
Coordinates41.01755, -74.22
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length25 ft (7.6 m)
Longest span22 ft (6.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,323 (2024)
Projected traffic13,563 by 2044
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusEligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Colonial RD CR 117 over Trib of Pond Brook built?

It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2014.

What condition is Colonial RD CR 117 over Trib of Pond Brook 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does Colonial RD CR 117 over Trib of Pond Brook carry?

About 9,323 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Colonial RD CR 117 over Trib of Pond Brook?

The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.7 m).

Who owns Colonial RD CR 117 over Trib of Pond Brook?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.