US Bridges

Dr. Mlk Boulevard over Raymond Boulevard

Fair

Essex County, New Jersey · .24 MI N of CR 510 · Structure no. 0700N10

Built
1930
95 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2023
Type
Frame
Concrete
Length
60 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
15,398
2023 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Dr. Mlk Boulevard over Raymond Boulevard is a concrete frame carrying Dr. Mlk Boulevard over Raymond Boulevard in Essex County, New Jersey. It was built in 1930, so it is 95 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.

It carries about 15,398 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,478 by 2043. The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long and 72 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesDr. Mlk Boulevard
CrossesRaymond Boulevard
Location.24 MI N of CR 510
RouteCity Street 0
CountyEssex County
StateNew Jersey
Coordinates40.73943, -74.17797
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating35.1 US tons
Inventory rating21.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeFrame
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadH 20
Structure length60 ft (18.3 m)
Longest span60 ft (18.3 m)
Deck width72 ft (22 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15,398 (2023)
Projected traffic18,478 by 2043
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$396,000 (2023 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Dr. Mlk Boulevard over Raymond Boulevard built?

It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025.

What condition is Dr. Mlk Boulevard over Raymond Boulevard 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does Dr. Mlk Boulevard over Raymond Boulevard carry?

About 15,398 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Dr. Mlk Boulevard over Raymond Boulevard?

The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 72 ft wide.

Who owns Dr. Mlk Boulevard over Raymond Boulevard?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.