US Bridges

US 202 + Nj 31 over First Neshanic River

Fair

Hunterdon County, New Jersey · 0.15 MI S. of CR 611 JCT · Structure no. 1011156

Built
1964
61 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2024
Type
Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
Prestressed Concrete
Length
49 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
28,485
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 202 + Nj 31 over First Neshanic River is a prestressed concrete box beam or girders - multiple carrying US 202 + Nj 31 over First Neshanic River in Hunterdon County, New Jersey. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 28,485 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 35,890 by 2042. The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long and 96 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesUS 202 + Nj 31
CrossesFirst Neshanic River
Location0.15 MI S. of CR 611 JCT
RouteU.S. Route 202
Coordinates40.48971, -74.86227
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating52 US tons
Inventory rating25 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length49 ft (14.9 m)
Longest span46 ft (14 m)
Deck width96 ft (29.4 m)
Roadway width80 ft (24.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic28,485 (2022)
Projected traffic35,890 by 2042
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
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 US 202 + Nj 31 over First Neshanic River built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 202 + Nj 31 over First Neshanic River 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does US 202 + Nj 31 over First Neshanic River carry?

About 28,485 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is US 202 + Nj 31 over First Neshanic River?

The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long with a longest span of 46 ft (14 m) and a deck 96 ft wide.

Who owns US 202 + Nj 31 over First Neshanic River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.