US Bridges

Qukrbrdg RD CR533 over Miry Run

Poor

Mercer County, New Jersey · 0.66 Mile North of CR 535 · Structure no. 1100023

Built
1936
89 years old, rebuilt 1971
Condition
Poor
inspected February 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
27 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
20,985
2023 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Qukrbrdg RD CR533 over Miry Run is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Qukrbrdg RD CR533 over Miry Run in Mercer County, New Jersey. It was built in 1936 and reconstructed in 1971, so it is 89 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 20,985 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 25,605 by 2043. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long and 52 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesQukrbrdg RD CR533
CrossesMiry Run
Location0.66 Mile North of CR 535
RouteCounty Highway 533
Coordinates40.24683, -74.68655
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Poor

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.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating40 US tons
Inventory rating24 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span25 ft (7.6 m)
Deck width52 ft (16 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic20,985 (2023)
Projected traffic25,605 by 2043
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$633,000 (2023 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Qukrbrdg RD CR533 over Miry Run built?

It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1971.

What condition is Qukrbrdg RD CR533 over Miry Run 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does Qukrbrdg RD CR533 over Miry Run carry?

About 20,985 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Qukrbrdg RD CR533 over Miry Run?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.

Who owns Qukrbrdg RD CR533 over Miry Run?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.