US Bridges

Nj Turnpike over Oldmans Creek

Fair

Gloucester County, New Jersey · 5 MI South of of Exit 2 · Structure no. M007850

Built
1951
74 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
160 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
49,996
2024 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

Nj Turnpike over Oldmans Creek is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Nj Turnpike over Oldmans Creek in Gloucester County, New Jersey. It was built in 1951, so it is 74 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 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 49,996 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 61,005 by 2044. The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long and 100 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesNj Turnpike
CrossesOldmans Creek
Location5 MI South of of Exit 2
CountyGloucester County
StateNew Jersey
Coordinates39.71167, -75.35308
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating37.5 US tons
Inventory rating28.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length160 ft (48.8 m)
Longest span62 ft (18.9 m)
Deck width100 ft (30.5 m)
Roadway width92 ft (27.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic49,996 (2024)
Projected traffic61,005 by 2044
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a toll road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Toll Authority
Maintained byState Toll Authority
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was Nj Turnpike over Oldmans Creek built?

It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025.

What condition is Nj Turnpike over Oldmans 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does Nj Turnpike over Oldmans Creek carry?

About 49,996 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is Nj Turnpike over Oldmans Creek?

The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long with a longest span of 62 ft (18.9 m) and a deck 100 ft wide.

Who owns Nj Turnpike over Oldmans Creek?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.