US Bridges

CR544(CLMNTS Br RD over Almonesson Creek

Fair

Gloucester County, New Jersey · 0.43 Miles East of CR 621 · Structure no. 0802K02

Built
1974
51 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
20 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
20,938
2024 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

CR544(CLMNTS Br RD over Almonesson Creek is a concrete culvert carrying CR544(CLMNTS Br RD over Almonesson Creek in Gloucester County, New Jersey. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 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 20,938 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 25,125 by 2044. The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesCR544(CLMNTS Br RD
CrossesAlmonesson Creek
Location0.43 Miles East of CR 621
RouteCounty Highway 544
CountyGloucester County
StateNew Jersey
Coordinates39.83544, -75.09478
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating64 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length20 ft (6.1 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic20,938 (2024)
Projected traffic25,125 by 2044
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure7
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was CR544(CLMNTS Br RD over Almonesson Creek built?

It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.

What condition is CR544(CLMNTS Br RD over Almonesson Creek 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 2024.

How much traffic does CR544(CLMNTS Br RD over Almonesson Creek carry?

About 20,938 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is CR544(CLMNTS Br RD over Almonesson Creek?

The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m).

Who owns CR544(CLMNTS Br RD over Almonesson Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.