Nicholson RD over South Brnch Newton Creek
FairCamden County, New Jersey · 0.6 MI W of Rt 130 · Structure no. 044A002
- Built
- 1918
- 107 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete
- Length
- 45 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 5,305
- 2023 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Nicholson RD over South Brnch Newton Creek is a concrete arch - deck carrying Nicholson RD over South Brnch Newton Creek in Camden County, New Jersey. It was built in 1918, so it is 107 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 5,305 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,473 by 2043. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Nicholson RD over South Brnch Newton Creek built?
It was built in 1918, making it 107 years old in 2025.
What condition is Nicholson RD over South Brnch Newton 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 February 2023.
How much traffic does Nicholson RD over South Brnch Newton Creek carry?
About 5,305 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Nicholson RD over South Brnch Newton Creek?
The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 45 ft (13.7 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.
Who owns Nicholson RD over South Brnch Newton Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.