Paramus Pk Access over N.J. Route 17
FairBergen County, New Jersey · 5.0 MI N of Rt 80 & 17JCT · Structure no. 0216411
- Built
- 1972
- 53 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 431 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,445
- 2023 count
- Owner
- Private
- Private (other than railroad)
About this bridge
Paramus Pk Access over N.J. Route 17 is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Paramus Pk Access over N.J. Route 17 in Bergen County, New Jersey. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 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 9,445 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,530 by 2043. The structure is 431 ft (131.4 m) long and 59 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 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Paramus Pk Access over N.J. Route 17 built?
It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.
What condition is Paramus Pk Access over N.J. Route 17 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 2023.
How much traffic does Paramus Pk Access over N.J. Route 17 carry?
About 9,445 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Paramus Pk Access over N.J. Route 17?
The structure is 431 ft (131.4 m) long with a longest span of 123 ft (37.5 m) and a deck 59 ft wide.
Who owns Paramus Pk Access over N.J. Route 17?
It is owned by the Private (other than railroad).