Rt 561 over I-295
FairCamden County, New Jersey · 2.41 Miles South of Nj 70 · Structure no. 0429155
- Built
- 1962
- 63 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 181 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 26,032
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Rt 561 over I-295 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Rt 561 over I-295 in Camden County, New Jersey. It was built in 1962, so it is 63 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 26,032 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 31,238 by 2044. The structure is 181 ft (55.2 m) long and 64 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Rt 561 over I-295 built?
It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.
What condition is Rt 561 over I-295 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 Rt 561 over I-295 carry?
About 26,032 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Rt 561 over I-295?
The structure is 181 ft (55.2 m) long with a longest span of 87 ft (26.5 m) and a deck 64 ft wide.
Who owns Rt 561 over I-295?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.