Washington Tpk over West Branch Wading River
FairPosted for loadBurlington County, New Jersey · Wharton State Forest · Structure no. 3485167
- Built
- 1944
- 81 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Wood or Timber
- Length
- 45 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 58
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- Other State Agency
About this bridge
Washington Tpk over West Branch Wading River is a wood or timber stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Washington Tpk over West Branch Wading River in Burlington County, New Jersey. It was built in 1944, so it is 81 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 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 58 vehicles a day, projected to reach 70 by 2043. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long and 12 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
Location
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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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Washington Tpk over West Branch Wading River built?
It was built in 1944, making it 81 years old in 2025.
What condition is Washington Tpk over West Branch Wading River 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does Washington Tpk over West Branch Wading River carry?
About 58 vehicles per day (2023 count).
How long is Washington Tpk over West Branch Wading River?
The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m) and a deck 12 ft wide.
Who owns Washington Tpk over West Branch Wading River?
It is owned by the Other State Agency.