US Bridges

US 1&9 over Hcksck & Pssc Rvrs Rds

PoorPosted for load

Hudson County, New Jersey · Kearny to Jersey City · Structure no. 0901150

Built
1932
93 years old, rebuilt 2017
Condition
Poor
inspected July 2024
Type
Truss - Thru
Steel
Length
14,907 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
88,138
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 1&9 over Hcksck & Pssc Rvrs Rds is a steel truss - thru carrying US 1&9 over Hcksck & Pssc Rvrs Rds in Hudson County, New Jersey. It was built in 1932 and reconstructed in 2017, so it is 93 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 poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for other load-capacity restriction.

It carries about 88,138 vehicles a day, projected to reach 107,545 by 2044. The structure is 14,907 ft (4,543.7 m) long and 52 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 1&9
CrossesHcksck & Pssc Rvrs Rds
LocationKearny to Jersey City
RouteU.S. Route 1
CountyHudson County
StateNew Jersey
Coordinates40.73493, -74.11754
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Substructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for other load-capacity restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating35.1 US tons
Inventory rating19 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTruss - Thru
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans5 (+100 approach)
Design loadH 20
Structure length14,907 ft (4,543.7 m)
Longest span550 ft (167.6 m)
Deck width52 ft (15.9 m)
Roadway width46 ft (13.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deck14 ft (4.2 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic88,138 (2024)
Projected traffic107,545 by 2044
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway, waterway and railroad
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusListed on the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$1,000 million (2024 estimate)
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 1&9 over Hcksck & Pssc Rvrs Rds built?

It was built in 1932, making it 93 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2017.

What condition is US 1&9 over Hcksck & Pssc Rvrs Rds in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in July 2024.

How much traffic does US 1&9 over Hcksck & Pssc Rvrs Rds carry?

About 88,138 vehicles per day (2024 count).

How long is US 1&9 over Hcksck & Pssc Rvrs Rds?

The structure is 14,907 ft (4,543.7 m) long with a longest span of 550 ft (167.6 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.

Who owns US 1&9 over Hcksck & Pssc Rvrs Rds?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.