US Bridges

College DR (CR673) over Route Nj 42

Fair

Camden County, New Jersey · 0.33 Miles N of CR168 · Structure no. 0411153

Built
1958
67 years old, rebuilt 1994
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
232 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
7,205
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

College DR (CR673) over Route Nj 42 is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying College DR (CR673) over Route Nj 42 in Camden County, New Jersey. It was built in 1958 and reconstructed in 1994, so it is 67 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 7,205 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,790 by 2044. The structure is 232 ft (70.7 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesCollege DR (CR673)
CrossesRoute Nj 42
Location0.33 Miles N of CR168
RouteCounty Highway 673
Coordinates39.78369, -75.04914
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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating68 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length232 ft (70.7 m)
Longest span113 ft (34.4 m)
Deck width50 ft (15.2 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,205 (2024)
Projected traffic8,790 by 2044
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was College DR (CR673) over Route Nj 42 built?

It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1994.

What condition is College DR (CR673) over Route Nj 42 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does College DR (CR673) over Route Nj 42 carry?

About 7,205 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is College DR (CR673) over Route Nj 42?

The structure is 232 ft (70.7 m) long with a longest span of 113 ft (34.4 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.

Who owns College DR (CR673) over Route Nj 42?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.