US Bridges

Njtpk Nsw-Snw Rwy over Sawmill Creek

Fair

Hudson County, New Jersey · 1.8 MI N Interchange 15 W · Structure no. W110420

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
112 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
125,258
2023 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

Njtpk Nsw-Snw Rwy over Sawmill Creek is a concrete slab carrying Njtpk Nsw-Snw Rwy over Sawmill Creek in Hudson County, New Jersey. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 125,258 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 167,210 by 2043. The structure is 112 ft (34.1 m) long and 128 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesNjtpk Nsw-Snw Rwy
CrossesSawmill Creek
Location1.8 MI N Interchange 15 W
RouteInterstate 95
CountyHudson County
StateNew Jersey
Coordinates40.77515, -74.10196
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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2023
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 geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating54.2 US tons
Inventory rating42.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length112 ft (34.1 m)
Longest span35 ft (10.7 m)
Deck width128 ft (39 m)
Roadway width119 ft (36.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic125,258 (2023)
Projected traffic167,210 by 2043
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a toll road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Njtpk Nsw-Snw Rwy over Sawmill Creek built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is Njtpk Nsw-Snw Rwy over Sawmill 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does Njtpk Nsw-Snw Rwy over Sawmill Creek carry?

About 125,258 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is Njtpk Nsw-Snw Rwy over Sawmill Creek?

The structure is 112 ft (34.1 m) long with a longest span of 35 ft (10.7 m) and a deck 128 ft wide.

Who owns Njtpk Nsw-Snw Rwy over Sawmill Creek?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.