US Bridges

CR 581 (commrs Pk) over S Branch Raccoon Creek

Fair

Gloucester County, New Jersey · 1.29MI South of Nj 77 · Structure no. 0806G05

Built
1940
85 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
24 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,717
2024 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

CR 581 (commrs Pk) over S Branch Raccoon Creek is a steel culvert carrying CR 581 (commrs Pk) over S Branch Raccoon Creek in Gloucester County, New Jersey. It was built in 1940, so it is 85 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 1,717 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,061 by 2044. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesCR 581 (commrs Pk)
CrossesS Branch Raccoon Creek
Location1.29MI South of Nj 77
RouteCounty Highway 581
CountyGloucester County
StateNew Jersey
Coordinates39.71007, -75.22887
Functional classUrban Collector

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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
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 within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,717 (2024)
Projected traffic2,061 by 2044
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 CR 581 (commrs Pk) over S Branch Raccoon Creek built?

It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025.

What condition is CR 581 (commrs Pk) over S Branch Raccoon 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 CR 581 (commrs Pk) over S Branch Raccoon Creek carry?

About 1,717 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is CR 581 (commrs Pk) over S Branch Raccoon Creek?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns CR 581 (commrs Pk) over S Branch Raccoon Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.