US Bridges

Ocean Drive CR 619 over Corsons Inlet

PoorPosted for load

Cape May County, New Jersey · 4.38 M S. of CR623 (34th) · Structure no. 3100002

Built
1948
77 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected October 2023
Type
Movable - Bascule
Steel
Length
1,485 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,410
2023 count
Owner
Toll Authority
Local Toll Authority

About this bridge

Ocean Drive CR 619 over Corsons Inlet is a steel movable - bascule carrying Ocean Drive CR 619 over Corsons Inlet in Cape May County, New Jersey. It was built in 1948, so it is 77 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 poor condition with a lowest component rating of 3 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 2,410 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,892 by 2043. The structure is 1,485 ft (452.6 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 km).

Location

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CarriesOcean Drive CR 619
CrossesCorsons Inlet
Location4.38 M S. of CR623 (34th)
RouteCounty Highway 619
CountyCape May County
StateNew Jersey
Coordinates39.20126, -74.65489
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Superstructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Substructure3 SeriousLoss of section, deterioration, spalling or scour have seriously affected primary structural components.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating27 US tons
Inventory rating16 US tons

Structure

Structure typeMovable - Bascule
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1 (+38 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length1,485 ft (452.6 m)
Longest span79 ft (24.1 m)
Deck width30 ft (9.1 m)
Roadway width20 ft (6.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deck15 ft (4.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,410 (2023)
Projected traffic2,892 by 2043
Trucks1%
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 statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$80.1 million (2023 estimate)
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was Ocean Drive CR 619 over Corsons Inlet built?

It was built in 1948, making it 77 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ocean Drive CR 619 over Corsons Inlet in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in October 2023.

How much traffic does Ocean Drive CR 619 over Corsons Inlet carry?

About 2,410 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Ocean Drive CR 619 over Corsons Inlet?

The structure is 1,485 ft (452.6 m) long with a longest span of 79 ft (24.1 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns Ocean Drive CR 619 over Corsons Inlet?

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