US Bridges

Njtpk (I-95) over Blacks Creek

Fair

Burlington County, New Jersey · 0.3 MI South of Exit 7 · Structure no. M053410

Built
1950
75 years old, rebuilt 1956
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
45 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
119,761
2024 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

Njtpk (I-95) over Blacks Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Njtpk (I-95) over Blacks Creek in Burlington County, New Jersey. It was built in 1950 and reconstructed in 1956, so it is 75 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 119,761 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 146,131 by 2044. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesNjtpk (I-95)
CrossesBlacks Creek
Location0.3 MI South of Exit 7
RouteInterstate 95
CountyBurlington County
StateNew Jersey
Coordinates40.12386, -74.70103
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
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating106.8 US tons
Inventory rating106.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length45 ft (13.7 m)
Longest span21 ft (6.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic119,761 (2024)
Projected traffic146,131 by 2044
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure11
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Njtpk (I-95) over Blacks Creek built?

It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1956.

What condition is Njtpk (I-95) over Blacks 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does Njtpk (I-95) over Blacks Creek carry?

About 119,761 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is Njtpk (I-95) over Blacks Creek?

The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.4 m).

Who owns Njtpk (I-95) over Blacks Creek?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.