US Bridges

Turnpike NS80 over Bergen Tpk Utilities

Fair

Bergen County, New Jersey · 0.04 MI N Overpeck Crk · Structure no. M11720S

Built
1969
56 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
57 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
38,520
2023 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

Turnpike NS80 over Bergen Tpk Utilities is a concrete continuous slab carrying Turnpike NS80 over Bergen Tpk Utilities in Bergen County, New Jersey. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 38,520 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 50,795 by 2043. The structure is 57 ft (17.4 m) long and 72 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesTurnpike NS80
CrossesBergen Tpk Utilities
Location0.04 MI N Overpeck Crk
RouteInterstate 95
CountyBergen County
StateNew Jersey
Coordinates40.84034, -74.01886
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
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMarch 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 geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating54 US tons
Inventory rating32 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length57 ft (17.4 m)
Longest span31 ft (9.4 m)
Deck width72 ft (21.9 m)
Roadway width58 ft (17.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic38,520 (2023)
Projected traffic50,795 by 2043
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesOther
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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 proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$337,000 (2021 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Turnpike NS80 over Bergen Tpk Utilities built?

It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.

What condition is Turnpike NS80 over Bergen Tpk Utilities 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does Turnpike NS80 over Bergen Tpk Utilities carry?

About 38,520 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is Turnpike NS80 over Bergen Tpk Utilities?

The structure is 57 ft (17.4 m) long with a longest span of 31 ft (9.4 m) and a deck 72 ft wide.

Who owns Turnpike NS80 over Bergen Tpk Utilities?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.