US Bridges

Paterson Plank RD over Njtpk Ramps Wc Cw & Xwwx

Fair

Bergen County, New Jersey · 1.1 MI N Interchange 16 W · Structure no. W113690

Built
1974
51 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
600 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
52,921
2023 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

Paterson Plank RD over Njtpk Ramps Wc Cw & Xwwx is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Paterson Plank RD over Njtpk Ramps Wc Cw & Xwwx in Bergen County, New Jersey. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 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 52,921 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 64,574 by 2043. The structure is 600 ft (182.9 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesPaterson Plank RD
CrossesNjtpk Ramps Wc Cw & Xwwx
Location1.1 MI N Interchange 16 W
RouteCity Street 0
CountyBergen County
StateNew Jersey
Coordinates40.81167, -74.06167
Functional classUrban Local

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.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating55.7 US tons
Inventory rating41.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans7
Design loadHS 20
Structure length600 ft (182.9 m)
Longest span101 ft (30.8 m)
Deck width41 ft (12.5 m)
Roadway width33 ft (10.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic52,921 (2023)
Projected traffic64,574 by 2043
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 Paterson Plank RD over Njtpk Ramps Wc Cw & Xwwx built?

It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.

What condition is Paterson Plank RD over Njtpk Ramps Wc Cw & Xwwx 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 Paterson Plank RD over Njtpk Ramps Wc Cw & Xwwx carry?

About 52,921 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is Paterson Plank RD over Njtpk Ramps Wc Cw & Xwwx?

The structure is 600 ft (182.9 m) long with a longest span of 101 ft (30.8 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.

Who owns Paterson Plank RD over Njtpk Ramps Wc Cw & Xwwx?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.