US Bridges

Forest Av(cr 59II) over Musquapsink Brook

Fair

Bergen County, New Jersey · 0.32 MI South of CR110 · Structure no. 020067B

Built
1963
62 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
40 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
9,861
2024 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Forest Av(cr 59II) over Musquapsink Brook is a prestressed concrete slab carrying Forest Av(cr 59II) over Musquapsink Brook in Bergen County, New Jersey. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 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 9,861 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,033 by 2044. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long and 59 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesForest Av(cr 59II)
CrossesMusquapsink Brook
Location0.32 MI South of CR110
RouteCounty Highway 59II
CountyBergen County
StateNew Jersey
Coordinates40.97833, -74.0464
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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
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
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating79 US tons
Inventory rating49.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length40 ft (12.2 m)
Longest span37 ft (11.3 m)
Deck width59 ft (18 m)
Roadway width46 ft (14.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,861 (2024)
Projected traffic12,033 by 2044
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Forest Av(cr 59II) over Musquapsink Brook built?

It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.

What condition is Forest Av(cr 59II) over Musquapsink Brook 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does Forest Av(cr 59II) over Musquapsink Brook carry?

About 9,861 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Forest Av(cr 59II) over Musquapsink Brook?

The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 37 ft (11.3 m) and a deck 59 ft wide.

Who owns Forest Av(cr 59II) over Musquapsink Brook?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.