US Bridges

I-78 over Elizabeth Av Ramps Ne&wn

Fair

Essex County, New Jersey · 2.5 MI West of Njtpk JCT · Structure no. 0723162

Built
1976
49 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
656 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
161,331
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I-78 over Elizabeth Av Ramps Ne&wn is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I-78 over Elizabeth Av Ramps Ne&wn in Essex County, New Jersey. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 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 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 161,331 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 196,854 by 2043. The structure is 656 ft (199.9 m) long and 90 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesI-78
CrossesElizabeth Av Ramps Ne&wn
Location2.5 MI West of Njtpk JCT
RouteInterstate 78
CountyEssex County
StateNew Jersey
Coordinates40.71143, -74.19813
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating92 US tons
Inventory rating55 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans6
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length656 ft (199.9 m)
Longest span123 ft (37.5 m)
Deck width90 ft (27.4 m)
Roadway width80 ft (24.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic161,331 (2023)
Projected traffic196,854 by 2043
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was I-78 over Elizabeth Av Ramps Ne&wn built?

It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.

What condition is I-78 over Elizabeth Av Ramps Ne&wn 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does I-78 over Elizabeth Av Ramps Ne&wn carry?

About 161,331 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is I-78 over Elizabeth Av Ramps Ne&wn?

The structure is 656 ft (199.9 m) long with a longest span of 123 ft (37.5 m) and a deck 90 ft wide.

Who owns I-78 over Elizabeth Av Ramps Ne&wn?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.