US Bridges

Nj 120 Nb&rmp a over CR 503 (washington Ave)

Fair

Bergen County, New Jersey · 1.0 MI North of Rt 3 · Structure no. 0219152

Built
1975
50 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
164 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
26,930
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Nj 120 Nb&rmp a over CR 503 (washington Ave) is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Nj 120 Nb&rmp a over CR 503 (washington Ave) in Bergen County, New Jersey. It was built in 1975, so it is 50 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 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 26,930 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 32,860 by 2044. The structure is 164 ft (50 m) long and 66 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesNj 120 Nb&rmp a
CrossesCR 503 (washington Ave)
Location1.0 MI North of Rt 3
RouteState Highway 120
CountyBergen County
StateNew Jersey
Coordinates40.81691, -74.0665
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
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
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating67 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length164 ft (50 m)
Longest span78 ft (23.8 m)
Deck width66 ft (20 m)
Roadway width52 ft (15.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic26,930 (2024)
Projected traffic32,860 by 2044
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Nj 120 Nb&rmp a over CR 503 (washington Ave) built?

It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025.

What condition is Nj 120 Nb&rmp a over CR 503 (washington Ave) 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 2024.

How much traffic does Nj 120 Nb&rmp a over CR 503 (washington Ave) carry?

About 26,930 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Nj 120 Nb&rmp a over CR 503 (washington Ave)?

The structure is 164 ft (50 m) long with a longest span of 78 ft (23.8 m) and a deck 66 ft wide.

Who owns Nj 120 Nb&rmp a over CR 503 (washington Ave)?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.