US Bridges

CR579(BEAR Tavern) over I-295

Fair

Mercer County, New Jersey · 1.32 MI S. of Nj 175 · Structure no. 1120151

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
152 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
14,903
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

CR579(BEAR Tavern) over I-295 is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying CR579(BEAR Tavern) over I-295 in Mercer County, New Jersey. It was built in 1960, 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 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 14,903 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,184 by 2043. The structure is 152 ft (46.3 m) long and 60 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesCR579(BEAR Tavern)
CrossesI-295
Location1.32 MI S. of Nj 175
RouteCounty Highway 579
CountyMercer County
StateNew Jersey
Coordinates40.27685, -74.82823
Functional classUrban Minor 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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating69 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length152 ft (46.3 m)
Longest span74 ft (22.6 m)
Deck width60 ft (18.4 m)
Roadway width46 ft (14 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,903 (2023)
Projected traffic18,184 by 2043
Trucks4%
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 proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$2.7 million (2023 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was CR579(BEAR Tavern) over I-295 built?

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

What condition is CR579(BEAR Tavern) over I-295 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does CR579(BEAR Tavern) over I-295 carry?

About 14,903 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is CR579(BEAR Tavern) over I-295?

The structure is 152 ft (46.3 m) long with a longest span of 74 ft (22.6 m) and a deck 60 ft wide.

Who owns CR579(BEAR Tavern) over I-295?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.