Rt Nj 29 over Copper Creek
PoorHunterdon County, New Jersey · 1.51 MI S of 29-12 JCT · Structure no. 1009150
- Built
- 1914
- 111 years old, rebuilt 1936
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 25 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 2,380
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Rt Nj 29 over Copper Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Rt Nj 29 over Copper Creek in Hunterdon County, New Jersey. It was built in 1914 and reconstructed in 1936, so it is 111 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.
It carries about 2,380 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,855 by 2044. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
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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.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Rt Nj 29 over Copper Creek built?
It was built in 1914, making it 111 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1936.
What condition is Rt Nj 29 over Copper Creek 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 Rt Nj 29 over Copper Creek carry?
About 2,380 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Rt Nj 29 over Copper Creek?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m).
Who owns Rt Nj 29 over Copper Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.