US Bridges

Nj Turnpike over Susquehanna RR Njtpk Sa

Fair

Bergen County, New Jersey · 3.0 MI North of Inter 17E · Structure no. E116420

Built
1950
75 years old, rebuilt 1972
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
1,081 ft
12 main spans
Daily traffic
98,533
2024 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

Nj Turnpike over Susquehanna RR Njtpk Sa is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Nj Turnpike over Susquehanna RR Njtpk Sa in Bergen County, New Jersey. It was built in 1950 and reconstructed in 1972, so it is 75 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 98,533 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 120,228 by 2044. The structure is 1,081 ft (329.5 m) long and 120 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesNj Turnpike
CrossesSusquehanna RR Njtpk Sa
Location3.0 MI North of Inter 17E
RouteInterstate 95
CountyBergen County
StateNew Jersey
Coordinates40.82919, -74.02453
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

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.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMay 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 alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating41.4 US tons
Inventory rating24.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans12
Design loadHS 20
Structure length1,081 ft (329.5 m)
Longest span124 ft (37.8 m)
Deck width120 ft (36.6 m)
Roadway width102 ft (31.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic98,533 (2024)
Projected traffic120,228 by 2044
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and railroad
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a toll road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Toll Authority
Maintained byState Toll Authority
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$150,000 (2018 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Nj Turnpike over Susquehanna RR Njtpk Sa built?

It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1972.

What condition is Nj Turnpike over Susquehanna RR Njtpk Sa 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 2024.

How much traffic does Nj Turnpike over Susquehanna RR Njtpk Sa carry?

About 98,533 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is Nj Turnpike over Susquehanna RR Njtpk Sa?

The structure is 1,081 ft (329.5 m) long with a longest span of 124 ft (37.8 m) and a deck 120 ft wide.

Who owns Nj Turnpike over Susquehanna RR Njtpk Sa?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.