US Bridges

Njtk INT14 Ext-Alt over Nj State Ramp Wlt (78EB)

Fair

Essex County, New Jersey · 1.2 MI N Bound Creek · Structure no. I10474B

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
99 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
8,900
2023 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

Njtk INT14 Ext-Alt over Nj State Ramp Wlt (78EB) is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Njtk INT14 Ext-Alt over Nj State Ramp Wlt (78EB) 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 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 8,900 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,609 by 2043. The structure is 99 ft (30.2 m) long and 62 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesNjtk INT14 Ext-Alt
CrossesNj State Ramp Wlt (78EB)
Location1.2 MI N Bound Creek
RouteInterstate 78
CountyEssex County
StateNew Jersey
Coordinates40.71003, -74.16459
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.
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 evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Operating rating72.1 US tons
Inventory rating55.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length99 ft (30.2 m)
Longest span97 ft (29.6 m)
Deck width62 ft (18.9 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,900 (2023)
Projected traffic6,609 by 2043
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesOverpass structure at an interchange
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 Toll Authority
Maintained byState Toll Authority
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Njtk INT14 Ext-Alt over Nj State Ramp Wlt (78EB) built?

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

What condition is Njtk INT14 Ext-Alt over Nj State Ramp Wlt (78EB) 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 Njtk INT14 Ext-Alt over Nj State Ramp Wlt (78EB) carry?

About 8,900 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Njtk INT14 Ext-Alt over Nj State Ramp Wlt (78EB)?

The structure is 99 ft (30.2 m) long with a longest span of 97 ft (29.6 m) and a deck 62 ft wide.

Who owns Njtk INT14 Ext-Alt over Nj State Ramp Wlt (78EB)?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.