US Bridges

Nj 73 over Pump Branch

Good

Camden County, New Jersey · 500 S. of RTE 536 · Structure no. 0431152

Built
1969
56 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
24 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
20,929
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Nj 73 over Pump Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Nj 73 over Pump Branch in Camden County, New Jersey. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 years old, younger than the New Jersey average of 58.5 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 20,929 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 25,114 by 2044. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesNj 73
CrossesPump Branch
Location500 S. of RTE 536
RouteState Highway 73
Coordinates39.71562, -74.89826
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating73 US tons
Inventory rating44 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic20,929 (2024)
Projected traffic25,114 by 2044
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Nj 73 over Pump Branch built?

It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.

What condition is Nj 73 over Pump Branch in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in June 2024.

How much traffic does Nj 73 over Pump Branch carry?

About 20,929 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Nj 73 over Pump Branch?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns Nj 73 over Pump Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.