US Bridges

I-295 NB over Nj Turnpike (I-95)

Fair

Burlington County, New Jersey · 3.51 MI South of Rt 130 · Structure no. 0328159

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
206 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
45,865
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I-295 NB over Nj Turnpike (I-95) is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I-295 NB over Nj Turnpike (I-95) in Burlington County, New Jersey. It was built in 1971, 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 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 45,865 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 55,038 by 2043. The structure is 206 ft (62.8 m) long and 56 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesI-295 NB
CrossesNj Turnpike (I-95)
Location3.51 MI South of Rt 130
RouteInterstate 295
CountyBurlington County
StateNew Jersey
Coordinates40.09492, -74.75104
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.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
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 geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating73 US tons
Inventory rating43 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length206 ft (62.8 m)
Longest span100 ft (30.5 m)
Deck width56 ft (17.1 m)
Roadway width52 ft (15.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic45,865 (2023)
Projected traffic55,038 by 2043
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$1.9 million (2023 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was I-295 NB over Nj Turnpike (I-95) built?

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

What condition is I-295 NB over Nj Turnpike (I-95) 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 I-295 NB over Nj Turnpike (I-95) carry?

About 45,865 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is I-295 NB over Nj Turnpike (I-95)?

The structure is 206 ft (62.8 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 56 ft wide.

Who owns I-295 NB over Nj Turnpike (I-95)?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.