US Bridges

Franklin Tpk CR507 over Nj 17

Fair

Bergen County, New Jersey · 2.71 MI South of US 202 · Structure no. 0217157

Built
1956
69 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
184 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
19,892
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Franklin Tpk CR507 over Nj 17 is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Franklin Tpk CR507 over Nj 17 in Bergen County, New Jersey. It was built in 1956, so it is 69 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 19,892 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 24,272 by 2043. The structure is 184 ft (56.1 m) long and 65 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesFranklin Tpk CR507
CrossesNj 17
Location2.71 MI South of US 202
RouteCounty Highway 507
CountyBergen County
StateNew Jersey
Coordinates41.06924, -74.1368
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.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating70 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length184 ft (56.1 m)
Longest span96 ft (29.3 m)
Deck width65 ft (19.8 m)
Roadway width52 ft (15.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic19,892 (2023)
Projected traffic24,272 by 2043
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$2,000 (2023 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Franklin Tpk CR507 over Nj 17 built?

It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.

What condition is Franklin Tpk CR507 over Nj 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does Franklin Tpk CR507 over Nj 17 carry?

About 19,892 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Franklin Tpk CR507 over Nj 17?

The structure is 184 ft (56.1 m) long with a longest span of 96 ft (29.3 m) and a deck 65 ft wide.

Who owns Franklin Tpk CR507 over Nj 17?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.