Nj 3 EB over Hcknsck R & Meadwlnd Pkw
PoorBergen County, New Jersey · 0.25 MI E of Nj Turnpike · Structure no. 0204152
- Built
- 1934
- 91 years old, rebuilt 1964
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Truss - Thru
- Steel
- Length
- 1,557 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 55,405
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Nj 3 EB over Hcknsck R & Meadwlnd Pkw is a steel truss - thru carrying Nj 3 EB over Hcknsck R & Meadwlnd Pkw in Bergen County, New Jersey. It was built in 1934 and reconstructed in 1964, so it is 91 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 poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 55,405 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 67,590 by 2043. The structure is 1,557 ft (474.6 m) long and 60 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Nj 3 EB over Hcknsck R & Meadwlnd Pkw built?
It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1964.
What condition is Nj 3 EB over Hcknsck R & Meadwlnd Pkw in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in March 2023.
How much traffic does Nj 3 EB over Hcknsck R & Meadwlnd Pkw carry?
About 55,405 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Nj 3 EB over Hcknsck R & Meadwlnd Pkw?
The structure is 1,557 ft (474.6 m) long with a longest span of 185 ft (56.4 m) and a deck 60 ft wide.
Who owns Nj 3 EB over Hcknsck R & Meadwlnd Pkw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.