Washington (CR537) over N Br Rancocas Creek
FairBurlington County, New Jersey · 1.11 MI E of CR 541 · Structure no. 03D4100
- Built
- 1900
- 125 years old, rebuilt 1984
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 57 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10,750
- 2023 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Washington (CR537) over N Br Rancocas Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous box beam or girders - multiple carrying Washington (CR537) over N Br Rancocas Creek in Burlington County, New Jersey. It was built in 1900 and reconstructed in 1984, so it is 125 years old, older 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 6 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 10,750 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,900 by 2043. The structure is 57 ft (17.4 m) long and 52 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Washington (CR537) over N Br Rancocas Creek built?
It was built in 1900, making it 125 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1984.
What condition is Washington (CR537) over N Br Rancocas Creek 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does Washington (CR537) over N Br Rancocas Creek carry?
About 10,750 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Washington (CR537) over N Br Rancocas Creek?
The structure is 57 ft (17.4 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.5 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.
Who owns Washington (CR537) over N Br Rancocas Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.