US Bridges

US 202 SB over Norfolk Southern RR

Fair

Hunterdon County, New Jersey · 2.7 MI N of Flem Circle · Structure no. 1021155

Built
1961
64 years old, rebuilt 1993
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
171 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
40,782
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 202 SB over Norfolk Southern RR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 202 SB over Norfolk Southern RR in Hunterdon County, New Jersey. It was built in 1961 and reconstructed in 1993, so it is 64 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 40,782 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 49,762 by 2042. The structure is 171 ft (52.1 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 202 SB
CrossesNorfolk Southern RR
Location2.7 MI N of Flem Circle
RouteU.S. Route 202
Coordinates40.5223, -74.80894
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.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating48 US tons
Inventory rating24 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length171 ft (52.1 m)
Longest span72 ft (21.9 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width35 ft (10.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic40,782 (2022)
Projected traffic49,762 by 2042
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 202 SB over Norfolk Southern RR built?

It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1993.

What condition is US 202 SB over Norfolk Southern RR 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does US 202 SB over Norfolk Southern RR carry?

About 40,782 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is US 202 SB over Norfolk Southern RR?

The structure is 171 ft (52.1 m) long with a longest span of 72 ft (21.9 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns US 202 SB over Norfolk Southern RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.