US Bridges

Hudson Ter(rt 505) over I-95 NB (lower Level Eb)

Fair

Bergen County, New Jersey · 0.15 MI W of Geo Wash Br · Structure no. 3800014

Built
1964
61 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
49 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
11,964
2023 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

Hudson Ter(rt 505) over I-95 NB (lower Level Eb) is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Hudson Ter(rt 505) over I-95 NB (lower Level Eb) in Bergen County, New Jersey. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 11,964 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,799 by 2043. The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long and 82 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesHudson Ter(rt 505)
CrossesI-95 NB (lower Level Eb)
Location0.15 MI W of Geo Wash Br
RouteCounty Highway 505
CountyBergen County
StateNew Jersey
Coordinates40.85346, -73.96394
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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMay 2023
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 alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating64 US tons
Inventory rating38 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length49 ft (14.9 m)
Longest span44 ft (13.4 m)
Deck width82 ft (25 m)
Roadway width60 ft (18.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,964 (2023)
Projected traffic15,799 by 2043
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Toll Authority
Maintained byPrivate (other than railroad)
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Hudson Ter(rt 505) over I-95 NB (lower Level Eb) built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.

What condition is Hudson Ter(rt 505) over I-95 NB (lower Level Eb) 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 Hudson Ter(rt 505) over I-95 NB (lower Level Eb) carry?

About 11,964 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Hudson Ter(rt 505) over I-95 NB (lower Level Eb)?

The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long with a longest span of 44 ft (13.4 m) and a deck 82 ft wide.

Who owns Hudson Ter(rt 505) over I-95 NB (lower Level Eb)?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority and maintained by the Private (other than railroad).