Blossom Hill RD over I-78
FairHunterdon County, New Jersey · 0.7 MI E of I-78 Exit 20 · Structure no. 1018161
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 177 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,674
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Blossom Hill RD over I-78 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Blossom Hill RD over I-78 in Hunterdon County, New Jersey. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 1,674 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,009 by 2043. The structure is 177 ft (53.9 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Blossom Hill RD over I-78 built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.
What condition is Blossom Hill RD over I-78 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 Blossom Hill RD over I-78 carry?
About 1,674 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Blossom Hill RD over I-78?
The structure is 177 ft (53.9 m) long with a longest span of 86 ft (26.2 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns Blossom Hill RD over I-78?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.