US Bridges

Njtpk Snw-Nsw Rwy over Berrys Creek

Fair

Bergen County, New Jersey · 2.9 MI N Interchange 15 W · Structure no. W111480

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
136 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
125,258
2023 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

Njtpk Snw-Nsw Rwy over Berrys Creek is a concrete slab carrying Njtpk Snw-Nsw Rwy over Berrys Creek in Bergen County, New Jersey. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 125,258 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 169,870 by 2043. The structure is 136 ft (41.5 m) long and 128 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesNjtpk Snw-Nsw Rwy
CrossesBerrys Creek
Location2.9 MI N Interchange 15 W
RouteInterstate 95
Coordinates40.78752, -74.0902
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourCountermeasures installed to correct a previously existing problem
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating67.1 US tons
Inventory rating51.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length136 ft (41.5 m)
Longest span33 ft (10.1 m)
Deck width128 ft (39 m)
Roadway width122 ft (37.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic125,258 (2023)
Projected traffic169,870 by 2043
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Njtpk Snw-Nsw Rwy over Berrys Creek built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is Njtpk Snw-Nsw Rwy over Berrys Creek 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does Njtpk Snw-Nsw Rwy over Berrys Creek carry?

About 125,258 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is Njtpk Snw-Nsw Rwy over Berrys Creek?

The structure is 136 ft (41.5 m) long with a longest span of 33 ft (10.1 m) and a deck 128 ft wide.

Who owns Njtpk Snw-Nsw Rwy over Berrys Creek?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.