US Bridges

Pattenburg RD-614 over I-78

Good

Hunterdon County, New Jersey · 5.9 MI West of Rt 31 · Structure no. 1014162

Built
1960
65 years old, rebuilt 2017
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
175 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
3,526
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Pattenburg RD-614 over I-78 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Pattenburg RD-614 over I-78 in Hunterdon County, New Jersey. It was built in 1960 and reconstructed in 2017, so it is 65 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 good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 3,526 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,232 by 2044. The structure is 175 ft (53.3 m) long and 62 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesPattenburg RD-614
CrossesI-78
Location5.9 MI West of Rt 31
RouteCounty Highway 614
Coordinates40.64379, -74.99832
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating55 US tons
Inventory rating42.5 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHL 93
Structure length175 ft (53.3 m)
Longest span84 ft (25.6 m)
Deck width62 ft (18.9 m)
Roadway width46 ft (14 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,526 (2024)
Projected traffic4,232 by 2044
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$6.8 million
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Pattenburg RD-614 over I-78 built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2017.

What condition is Pattenburg RD-614 over I-78 in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in April 2024.

How much traffic does Pattenburg RD-614 over I-78 carry?

About 3,526 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Pattenburg RD-614 over I-78?

The structure is 175 ft (53.3 m) long with a longest span of 84 ft (25.6 m) and a deck 62 ft wide.

Who owns Pattenburg RD-614 over I-78?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.