US Bridges

Route Nj 90 over Pochack Creek

Good

Camden County, New Jersey · 1.4 MI E of Betsy Ross Br · Structure no. 4500009

Built
1975
50 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
34 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
19,785
2022 count
Owner
Toll Authority
Local Toll Authority

About this bridge

Route Nj 90 over Pochack Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Route Nj 90 over Pochack Creek in Camden County, New Jersey. It was built in 1975, so it is 50 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 19,785 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 52,086 by 2042. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long.

CarriesRoute Nj 90
CrossesPochack Creek
Location1.4 MI E of Betsy Ross Br
RouteState Highway 90
Coordinates39.975, -75.045
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

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 inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating48 US tons
Inventory rating29 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length34 ft (10.4 m)
Longest span34 ft (10.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic19,785 (2022)
Projected traffic52,086 by 2042
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure10
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollToll bridge
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerLocal Toll Authority
Maintained byLocal Toll Authority
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Route Nj 90 over Pochack Creek built?

It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025.

What condition is Route Nj 90 over Pochack Creek 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does Route Nj 90 over Pochack Creek carry?

About 19,785 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Route Nj 90 over Pochack Creek?

The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.4 m).

Who owns Route Nj 90 over Pochack Creek?

It is owned by the Local Toll Authority.