US Bridges

INTER.16W Ramp Tsw over Berrys Creek Canal

Fair

Bergen County, New Jersey · Interchange 16W · Structure no. W11267W

Built
1969
56 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
109 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
21,426
2023 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

INTER.16W Ramp Tsw over Berrys Creek Canal is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying INTER.16W Ramp Tsw over Berrys Creek Canal 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 21,426 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 30,603 by 2043. The structure is 109 ft (33.2 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

Location

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CarriesINTER.16W Ramp Tsw
CrossesBerrys Creek Canal
LocationInterchange 16W
RouteInterstate 95
CountyBergen County
StateNew Jersey
Coordinates40.80087, -74.0754
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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 inspectionApril 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 geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Operating rating65.7 US tons
Inventory rating50.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length109 ft (33.2 m)
Longest span58 ft (17.7 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width41 ft (12.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic21,426 (2023)
Projected traffic30,603 by 2043
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesOther
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 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$100,000
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was INTER.16W Ramp Tsw over Berrys Creek Canal built?

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

What condition is INTER.16W Ramp Tsw over Berrys Creek Canal 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 INTER.16W Ramp Tsw over Berrys Creek Canal carry?

About 21,426 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is INTER.16W Ramp Tsw over Berrys Creek Canal?

The structure is 109 ft (33.2 m) long with a longest span of 58 ft (17.7 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns INTER.16W Ramp Tsw over Berrys Creek Canal?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.