US Bridges

RT508 (newark Tpk) over Nj 7 SB Ramp H NB

Fair

Hudson County, New Jersey · 1.54 MI East of I-280 Int · Structure no. 0910150

Built
1975
50 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
147 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
35,192
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

RT508 (newark Tpk) over Nj 7 SB Ramp H NB is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying RT508 (newark Tpk) over Nj 7 SB Ramp H NB in Hudson County, New Jersey. It was built in 1975, so it is 50 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 35,192 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 42,934 by 2042. The structure is 147 ft (44.8 m) long and 91 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesRT508 (newark Tpk)
CrossesNj 7 SB Ramp H NB
Location1.54 MI East of I-280 Int
RouteCounty Highway 508
CountyHudson County
StateNew Jersey
Coordinates40.74646, -74.09988
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating65 US tons
Inventory rating39 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length147 ft (44.8 m)
Longest span140 ft (42.7 m)
Deck width91 ft (27.8 m)
Roadway width79 ft (24.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic35,192 (2022)
Projected traffic42,934 by 2042
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was RT508 (newark Tpk) over Nj 7 SB Ramp H NB built?

It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025.

What condition is RT508 (newark Tpk) over Nj 7 SB Ramp H NB 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does RT508 (newark Tpk) over Nj 7 SB Ramp H NB carry?

About 35,192 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is RT508 (newark Tpk) over Nj 7 SB Ramp H NB?

The structure is 147 ft (44.8 m) long with a longest span of 140 ft (42.7 m) and a deck 91 ft wide.

Who owns RT508 (newark Tpk) over Nj 7 SB Ramp H NB?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.