US Bridges

Tpk Int 17E Ramp a over Nj Route 3

Fair

Hudson County, New Jersey · Interchange 17E · Structure no. E11295B

Built
1963
62 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
285 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
24,295
2024 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

Tpk Int 17E Ramp a over Nj Route 3 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Tpk Int 17E Ramp a over Nj Route 3 in Hudson County, New Jersey. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 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 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 24,295 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 29,644 by 2044. The structure is 285 ft (86.9 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesTpk Int 17E Ramp a
CrossesNj Route 3
LocationInterchange 17E
RouteInterstate 95
CountyHudson County
StateNew Jersey
Coordinates40.78819, -74.05008
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 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 rating66 US tons
Inventory rating39 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length285 ft (86.9 m)
Longest span85 ft (25.9 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.4 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic24,295 (2024)
Projected traffic29,644 by 2044
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesOverpass structure at an interchange
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$106,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Tpk Int 17E Ramp a over Nj Route 3 built?

It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.

What condition is Tpk Int 17E Ramp a over Nj Route 3 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 Tpk Int 17E Ramp a over Nj Route 3 carry?

About 24,295 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is Tpk Int 17E Ramp a over Nj Route 3?

The structure is 285 ft (86.9 m) long with a longest span of 85 ft (25.9 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns Tpk Int 17E Ramp a over Nj Route 3?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.