US Bridges

Florence Columbus over Nj Tpk (I-95)

Fair

Burlington County, New Jersey · 2.6 MI West of Exit 6 · Structure no. P003410

Built
1956
69 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
351 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
13,055
2024 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

Florence Columbus over Nj Tpk (I-95) is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Florence Columbus over Nj Tpk (I-95) in Burlington County, New Jersey. It was built in 1956, so it is 69 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.

It carries about 13,055 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,930 by 2044. The structure is 351 ft (107 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesFlorence Columbus
CrossesNj Tpk (I-95)
Location2.6 MI West of Exit 6
RouteCounty Highway 656
CountyBurlington County
StateNew Jersey
Coordinates40.09621, -74.77291
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating26.5 US tons
Inventory rating20.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadH 20
Structure length351 ft (107 m)
Longest span104 ft (31.7 m)
Deck width38 ft (11.6 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic13,055 (2024)
Projected traffic15,930 by 2044
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Toll Authority
Maintained byState Toll Authority
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$400,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Florence Columbus over Nj Tpk (I-95) built?

It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.

What condition is Florence Columbus over Nj Tpk (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 May 2024.

How much traffic does Florence Columbus over Nj Tpk (I-95) carry?

About 13,055 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Florence Columbus over Nj Tpk (I-95)?

The structure is 351 ft (107 m) long with a longest span of 104 ft (31.7 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.

Who owns Florence Columbus over Nj Tpk (I-95)?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.