Valley Street over Elizabeth River
FairEssex County, New Jersey · 0.22 Miles South of CR619 · Structure no. 0700039
- Built
- 1920
- 105 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,748
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Valley Street over Elizabeth River is a concrete culvert carrying Valley Street over Elizabeth River in Essex County, New Jersey. It was built in 1920, so it is 105 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 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 1,748 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,098 by 2044. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long and 82 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Valley Street over Elizabeth River built?
It was built in 1920, making it 105 years old in 2025.
What condition is Valley Street over Elizabeth 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 Valley Street over Elizabeth River carry?
About 1,748 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Valley Street over Elizabeth River?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 17 ft (5.2 m) and a deck 82 ft wide.
Who owns Valley Street over Elizabeth River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.