Earhart DR (BR#51) over Peripheral Ditch
GoodEssex County, New Jersey · 4.4 Mi.N.J.Tpk. Toll · Structure no. 3800092
- Built
- 2004
- 21 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 167 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,211
- 2024 count
- Owner
- Toll Authority
- State Toll Authority
About this bridge
Earhart DR (BR#51) over Peripheral Ditch is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Earhart DR (BR#51) over Peripheral Ditch in Essex County, New Jersey. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 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 good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 3,211 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,854 by 2044. The structure is 167 ft (50.9 m) long and 63 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Earhart DR (BR#51) over Peripheral Ditch built?
It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.
What condition is Earhart DR (BR#51) over Peripheral Ditch in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in April 2024.
How much traffic does Earhart DR (BR#51) over Peripheral Ditch carry?
About 3,211 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Earhart DR (BR#51) over Peripheral Ditch?
The structure is 167 ft (50.9 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 63 ft wide.
Who owns Earhart DR (BR#51) over Peripheral Ditch?
It is owned by the State Toll Authority and maintained by the Private (other than railroad).