US 1&9 over Passaic R Njtpk RR 1&9T
PoorPosted for loadEssex County, New Jersey · At US1&9 over Passaic Rvr · Structure no. 0704150
- Built
- 1932
- 93 years old, rebuilt 2018
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Truss - Thru
- Steel
- Length
- 3,592 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 85,904
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 1&9 over Passaic R Njtpk RR 1&9T is a steel truss - thru carrying US 1&9 over Passaic R Njtpk RR 1&9T in Essex County, New Jersey. It was built in 1932 and reconstructed in 2018, so it is 93 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 4 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 other load-capacity restriction.
It carries about 85,904 vehicles a day, projected to reach 104,819 by 2044. The structure is 3,592 ft (1,094.8 m) long and 55 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 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| 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 US 1&9 over Passaic R Njtpk RR 1&9T built?
It was built in 1932, making it 93 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2018.
What condition is US 1&9 over Passaic R Njtpk RR 1&9T 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does US 1&9 over Passaic R Njtpk RR 1&9T carry?
About 85,904 vehicles per day (2024 count).
How long is US 1&9 over Passaic R Njtpk RR 1&9T?
The structure is 3,592 ft (1,094.8 m) long with a longest span of 350 ft (106.7 m) and a deck 55 ft wide.
Who owns US 1&9 over Passaic R Njtpk RR 1&9T?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.