US Bridges

US 322 over Delaware River

Fair

Gloucester County, New Jersey · 2 Miles West of US 130 · Structure no. 4500001

Built
1974
51 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Truss - Thru
Steel
Length
13,915 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
39,139
2024 count
Owner
Toll Authority
Local Toll Authority

About this bridge

US 322 over Delaware River is a steel truss - thru carrying US 322 over Delaware River 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 39,139 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 47,757 by 2044. The structure is 13,915 ft (4,241.3 m) long and 68 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.8 mi (48 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 322
CrossesDelaware River
Location2 Miles West of US 130
RouteU.S. Route 322
CountyGloucester County
StateNew Jersey
Coordinates39.84231, -75.38493
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 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
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating55 US tons
Inventory rating33 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTruss - Thru
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3 (+74 approach)
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length13,915 ft (4,241.3 m)
Longest span1,644 ft (501.1 m)
Deck width68 ft (20.8 m)
Roadway width60 ft (18.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deck17 ft (5.2 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic39,139 (2024)
Projected traffic47,757 by 2044
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway, waterway and railroad
Detour if closed29.8 mi (48 km)
TollToll bridge
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerLocal Toll Authority
Maintained byLocal Toll Authority
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$106 million (2024 estimate)
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 322 over Delaware River built?

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

What condition is US 322 over Delaware River 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does US 322 over Delaware River carry?

About 39,139 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is US 322 over Delaware River?

The structure is 13,915 ft (4,241.3 m) long with a longest span of 1,644 ft (501.1 m) and a deck 68 ft wide.

Who owns US 322 over Delaware River?

It is owned by the Local Toll Authority.