Nj Route 55 NB over Branch of Maurice River
FairCumberland County, New Jersey · 1.5 MI North of Nj 56 · Structure no. 0610164
- Built
- 1972
- 53 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 57 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 50,604
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Nj Route 55 NB over Branch of Maurice River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Nj Route 55 NB over Branch of Maurice River in Cumberland County, New Jersey. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 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 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 50,604 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 60,725 by 2044. The structure is 57 ft (17.4 m) long and 46 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 Nj Route 55 NB over Branch of Maurice River built?
It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.
What condition is Nj Route 55 NB over Branch of Maurice 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does Nj Route 55 NB over Branch of Maurice River carry?
About 50,604 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Nj Route 55 NB over Branch of Maurice River?
The structure is 57 ft (17.4 m) long with a longest span of 52 ft (15.8 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns Nj Route 55 NB over Branch of Maurice River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.