Essex St. (cr 56) over Nj 17
GoodBergen County, New Jersey · 0.3 MI North of I-80 · Structure no. 0214152
- Built
- 2008
- 17 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 282 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 35,829
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Essex St. (cr 56) over Nj 17 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Essex St. (cr 56) over Nj 17 in Bergen County, New Jersey. It was built in 2008, so it is 17 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 35,829 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 43,711 by 2042. The structure is 282 ft (86 m) long and 91 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Essex St. (cr 56) over Nj 17 built?
It was built in 2008, making it 17 years old in 2025.
What condition is Essex St. (cr 56) over Nj 17 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does Essex St. (cr 56) over Nj 17 carry?
About 35,829 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Essex St. (cr 56) over Nj 17?
The structure is 282 ft (86 m) long with a longest span of 136 ft (41.5 m) and a deck 91 ft wide.
Who owns Essex St. (cr 56) over Nj 17?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.