US Bridges

Ocean Drive CR 656 over Great Egg Harbor

Fair

Cape May County, New Jersey · 2.9 M N of 9th ST (nj 52) · Structure no. 3100001

Built
2002
23 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
3,555 ft
26 main spans
Daily traffic
3,660
2024 count
Owner
Toll Authority
Local Toll Authority

About this bridge

Ocean Drive CR 656 over Great Egg Harbor is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ocean Drive CR 656 over Great Egg Harbor in Cape May County, New Jersey. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 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 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 3,660 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,392 by 2044. The structure is 3,555 ft (1,083.6 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 km).

Location

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CarriesOcean Drive CR 656
CrossesGreat Egg Harbor
Location2.9 M N of 9th ST (nj 52)
RouteCounty Highway 656
CountyCape May County
StateNew Jersey
Coordinates39.29715, -74.55649
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.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating65 US tons
Inventory rating39 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans26 (+17 approach)
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length3,555 ft (1,083.6 m)
Longest span222 ft (67.7 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.3 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,660 (2024)
Projected traffic4,392 by 2044
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed16.2 mi (26 km)
TollToll bridge
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerLocal Toll Authority
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was Ocean Drive CR 656 over Great Egg Harbor built?

It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ocean Drive CR 656 over Great Egg Harbor 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does Ocean Drive CR 656 over Great Egg Harbor carry?

About 3,660 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Ocean Drive CR 656 over Great Egg Harbor?

The structure is 3,555 ft (1,083.6 m) long with a longest span of 222 ft (67.7 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns Ocean Drive CR 656 over Great Egg Harbor?

It is owned by the Local Toll Authority and maintained by the County Highway Agency.