US Bridges

Sc Ramp Nwc over Paterson Plank RD Util.

Good

Bergen County, New Jersey · 1.1 Mi. N Int. 16W · Structure no. W113660

Built
1971
54 years old, rebuilt 2009
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
86 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,499
2023 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

Sc Ramp Nwc over Paterson Plank RD Util. is a concrete continuous slab carrying Sc Ramp Nwc over Paterson Plank RD Util. in Bergen County, New Jersey. It was built in 1971 and reconstructed in 2009, so it is 54 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 good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 2,499 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,703 by 2043. The structure is 86 ft (26.2 m) long and 63 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesSc Ramp Nwc
CrossesPaterson Plank RD Util.
Location1.1 Mi. N Int. 16W
RouteInterstate 95
CountyBergen County
StateNew Jersey
Coordinates40.8123, -74.06389
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating36.4 US tons
Inventory rating28.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length86 ft (26.2 m)
Longest span47 ft (14.3 m)
Deck width63 ft (19.1 m)
Roadway width57 ft (17.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,499 (2023)
Projected traffic1,703 by 2043
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesOther
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free 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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Sc Ramp Nwc over Paterson Plank RD Util. built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2009.

What condition is Sc Ramp Nwc over Paterson Plank RD Util. in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in April 2023.

How much traffic does Sc Ramp Nwc over Paterson Plank RD Util. carry?

About 2,499 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is Sc Ramp Nwc over Paterson Plank RD Util.?

The structure is 86 ft (26.2 m) long with a longest span of 47 ft (14.3 m) and a deck 63 ft wide.

Who owns Sc Ramp Nwc over Paterson Plank RD Util.?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.