US Bridges

Ramp a (I-287) over I-287 Nj 208 Rr& Pond Bk

Good

Bergen County, New Jersey · At I-287 & Nj 208 JCT · Structure no. 0235166

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
651 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
2,930
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ramp a (I-287) over I-287 Nj 208 Rr& Pond Bk is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ramp a (I-287) over I-287 Nj 208 Rr& Pond Bk in Bergen County, New Jersey. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 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 2,930 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,580 by 2043. The structure is 651 ft (198.4 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesRamp a (I-287)
CrossesI-287 Nj 208 Rr& Pond Bk
LocationAt I-287 & Nj 208 JCT
RouteInterstate 287
CountyBergen County
StateNew Jersey
Coordinates41.01925, -74.22145
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating46 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans6
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length651 ft (198.4 m)
Longest span130 ft (39.6 m)
Deck width32 ft (9.8 m)
Roadway width29 ft (8.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,930 (2023)
Projected traffic3,580 by 2043
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway, waterway and railroad
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 statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Ramp a (I-287) over I-287 Nj 208 Rr& Pond Bk built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ramp a (I-287) over I-287 Nj 208 Rr& Pond Bk 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does Ramp a (I-287) over I-287 Nj 208 Rr& Pond Bk carry?

About 2,930 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is Ramp a (I-287) over I-287 Nj 208 Rr& Pond Bk?

The structure is 651 ft (198.4 m) long with a longest span of 130 ft (39.6 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.

Who owns Ramp a (I-287) over I-287 Nj 208 Rr& Pond Bk?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.