Route 55 over Higgins Branch
FairGloucester County, New Jersey · 1.05 Mi.North of CO.619 · Structure no. 0828183
- Built
- 1989
- 36 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 51,070
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Route 55 over Higgins Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Route 55 over Higgins Branch in Gloucester County, New Jersey. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 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 6 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 51,070 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 61,285 by 2044. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Route 55 over Higgins Branch built?
It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.
What condition is Route 55 over Higgins Branch 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 Route 55 over Higgins Branch carry?
About 51,070 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is Route 55 over Higgins Branch?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.4 m).
Who owns Route 55 over Higgins Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.