US Bridges

Int 159 Ramps B&c over Entrance Ramp X

Fair

Bergen County, New Jersey · At Gsp & I-80 Junction · Structure no. 361602B

Built
1962
63 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
105 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
3,758
2024 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

Int 159 Ramps B&c over Entrance Ramp X is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Int 159 Ramps B&c over Entrance Ramp X in Bergen County, New Jersey. It was built in 1962, so it is 63 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 3,758 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,509 by 2044. The structure is 105 ft (32 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesInt 159 Ramps B&c
CrossesEntrance Ramp X
LocationAt Gsp & I-80 Junction
CountyBergen County
StateNew Jersey
Coordinates40.90414, -74.0991
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.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 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 geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating39.2 US tons
Inventory rating30.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length105 ft (32 m)
Longest span68 ft (20.7 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.9 m)
Roadway width39 ft (12 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,758 (2024)
Projected traffic4,509 by 2044
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesOverpass structure at an interchange
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a toll road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Toll Authority
Maintained byState Toll Authority
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Int 159 Ramps B&c over Entrance Ramp X built?

It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.

What condition is Int 159 Ramps B&c over Entrance Ramp X 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does Int 159 Ramps B&c over Entrance Ramp X carry?

About 3,758 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Int 159 Ramps B&c over Entrance Ramp X?

The structure is 105 ft (32 m) long with a longest span of 68 ft (20.7 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns Int 159 Ramps B&c over Entrance Ramp X?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.