US Bridges

Njtpk Int Ramp SH over Conrail & Njtpk Ramp Sot

Fair

Essex County, New Jersey · I-Sec.Njtpk & Hud.Co.Ext. · Structure no. N00028D

Built
1955
70 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
873 ft
13 main spans
Daily traffic
20,090
2024 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

Njtpk Int Ramp SH over Conrail & Njtpk Ramp Sot is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Njtpk Int Ramp SH over Conrail & Njtpk Ramp Sot in Essex County, New Jersey. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 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 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 20,090 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,400 by 2044. The structure is 873 ft (266.1 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesNjtpk Int Ramp SH
CrossesConrail & Njtpk Ramp Sot
LocationI-Sec.Njtpk & Hud.Co.Ext.
RouteInterstate 95
CountyEssex County
StateNew Jersey
Coordinates40.70462, -74.15162
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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
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 geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46 US tons
Inventory rating28 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans13
Design loadHS 20
Structure length873 ft (266.1 m)
Longest span94 ft (28.7 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.9 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deck15 ft (4.6 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic20,090 (2024)
Projected traffic17,400 by 2044
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and railroad
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a toll 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 proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$15,000 (2018 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Njtpk Int Ramp SH over Conrail & Njtpk Ramp Sot built?

It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.

What condition is Njtpk Int Ramp SH over Conrail & Njtpk Ramp Sot 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does Njtpk Int Ramp SH over Conrail & Njtpk Ramp Sot carry?

About 20,090 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Njtpk Int Ramp SH over Conrail & Njtpk Ramp Sot?

The structure is 873 ft (266.1 m) long with a longest span of 94 ft (28.7 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns Njtpk Int Ramp SH over Conrail & Njtpk Ramp Sot?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.