US Bridges

Scotland RD CR 638 over Morristown Line(mp 11.6)

Fair

Essex County, New Jersey · 0.25 S of CR 659 · Structure no. 0766180

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
265 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
16,910
2023 count
Owner
Unknown
Unknown

About this bridge

Scotland RD CR 638 over Morristown Line(mp 11.6) is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Scotland RD CR 638 over Morristown Line(mp 11.6) in Essex County, New Jersey. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 16,910 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,300 by 2043. The structure is 265 ft (80.8 m) long and 60 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesScotland RD CR 638
CrossesMorristown Line(mp 11.6)
Location0.25 S of CR 659
RouteCounty Highway 638
CountyEssex County
StateNew Jersey
Coordinates40.77153, -74.23629
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating96 US tons
Inventory rating57 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length265 ft (80.8 m)
Longest span75 ft (22.9 m)
Deck width60 ft (18.3 m)
Roadway width46 ft (14 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic16,910 (2023)
Projected traffic20,300 by 2043
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerUnknown
Maintained byOther State Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$35 million (2023 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Scotland RD CR 638 over Morristown Line(mp 11.6) built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is Scotland RD CR 638 over Morristown Line(mp 11.6) 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does Scotland RD CR 638 over Morristown Line(mp 11.6) carry?

About 16,910 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Scotland RD CR 638 over Morristown Line(mp 11.6)?

The structure is 265 ft (80.8 m) long with a longest span of 75 ft (22.9 m) and a deck 60 ft wide.

Who owns Scotland RD CR 638 over Morristown Line(mp 11.6)?

It is owned by the Unknown and maintained by the Other State Agency.