US Bridges

Nj 55 over Little Ease Run

Good

Gloucester County, New Jersey · 1.5 MI N of Rt 55 Exit 39 · Structure no. 0828155

Built
1986
39 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
20 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
46,097
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Nj 55 over Little Ease Run is a concrete culvert carrying Nj 55 over Little Ease Run in Gloucester County, New Jersey. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 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 good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 46,097 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 56,247 by 2044. The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesNj 55
CrossesLittle Ease Run
Location1.5 MI N of Rt 55 Exit 39
RouteState Highway 55
Coordinates39.60173, -75.07712
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
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 traffic46,097 (2024)
Projected traffic56,247 by 2044
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Nj 55 over Little Ease Run built?

It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.

What condition is Nj 55 over Little Ease Run in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in February 2024.

How much traffic does Nj 55 over Little Ease Run carry?

About 46,097 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Nj 55 over Little Ease Run?

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

Who owns Nj 55 over Little Ease Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.