Washington Street over Cohansey River
FairPosted for loadCumberland County, New Jersey · 100 Ft E of Rt 697 Inter · Structure no. 0600016
- Built
- 1941
- 84 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Frame
- Concrete
- Length
- 131 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,983
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Washington Street over Cohansey River is a concrete frame carrying Washington Street over Cohansey River in Cumberland County, New Jersey. It was built in 1941, so it is 84 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 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 2,983 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,640 by 2044. The structure is 131 ft (39.9 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Washington Street over Cohansey River built?
It was built in 1941, making it 84 years old in 2025.
What condition is Washington Street over Cohansey River 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does Washington Street over Cohansey River carry?
About 2,983 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Washington Street over Cohansey River?
The structure is 131 ft (39.9 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns Washington Street over Cohansey River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.