US Bridges

Njtpk Snw-Nsw Rwys over Moonachie Creek

Good

Bergen County, New Jersey · .36 MI S Hackensack River · Structure no. W114390

Built
1969
56 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
20 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
84,270
2023 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

Njtpk Snw-Nsw Rwys over Moonachie Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Njtpk Snw-Nsw Rwys over Moonachie Creek 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 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 84,270 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 101,124 by 2043. The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long and 288 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesNjtpk Snw-Nsw Rwys
CrossesMoonachie Creek
Location.36 MI S Hackensack River
RouteInterstate 95
CountyBergen County
StateNew Jersey
Coordinates40.81497, -74.05317
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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourCountermeasures installed to correct a previously existing problem
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating48.9 US tons
Inventory rating37.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length20 ft (6.1 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.1 m)
Deck width288 ft (87.9 m)
Roadway width202 ft (61.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic84,270 (2023)
Projected traffic101,124 by 2043
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure10
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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$530,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Njtpk Snw-Nsw Rwys over Moonachie Creek built?

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

What condition is Njtpk Snw-Nsw Rwys over Moonachie Creek 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 Njtpk Snw-Nsw Rwys over Moonachie Creek carry?

About 84,270 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Njtpk Snw-Nsw Rwys over Moonachie Creek?

The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 288 ft wide.

Who owns Njtpk Snw-Nsw Rwys over Moonachie Creek?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.