US Bridges

Almonesson Road over I-295

Fair

Gloucester County, New Jersey · 0.31 MI North of Exit 25 · Structure no. 0823156

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
184 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
10,659
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Almonesson Road over I-295 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Almonesson Road over I-295 in Gloucester County, New Jersey. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 10,659 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,006 by 2043. The structure is 184 ft (56.1 m) long and 60 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesAlmonesson Road
CrossesI-295
Location0.31 MI North of Exit 25
RouteCounty Highway 621
CountyGloucester County
StateNew Jersey
Coordinates39.86022, -75.11985
Functional classUrban Minor 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
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.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
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 geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating51 US tons
Inventory rating30 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length184 ft (56.1 m)
Longest span88 ft (26.8 m)
Deck width60 ft (18.4 m)
Roadway width46 ft (14 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,659 (2023)
Projected traffic13,006 by 2043
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$1,000 (2023 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Almonesson Road over I-295 built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is Almonesson Road over I-295 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does Almonesson Road over I-295 carry?

About 10,659 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Almonesson Road over I-295?

The structure is 184 ft (56.1 m) long with a longest span of 88 ft (26.8 m) and a deck 60 ft wide.

Who owns Almonesson Road over I-295?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.