US Bridges

Route Nj 29 SB over Wetlands

Good

Mercer County, New Jersey · 0.14 MI West of I-295 · Structure no. 1130151

Built
1995
30 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
962 ft
16 main spans
Daily traffic
48,025
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Route Nj 29 SB over Wetlands is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Route Nj 29 SB over Wetlands in Mercer County, New Jersey. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 years old, younger 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 48,025 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 57,630 by 2044. The structure is 962 ft (293.2 m) long and 85 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesRoute Nj 29 SB
CrossesWetlands
Location0.14 MI West of I-295
RouteState Highway 29
Coordinates40.18401, -74.72658
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

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.
Channel and channel protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75.9 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans16
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length962 ft (293.2 m)
Longest span60 ft (18.3 m)
Deck width85 ft (25.8 m)
Roadway width75 ft (22.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic48,025 (2024)
Projected traffic57,630 by 2044
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Route Nj 29 SB over Wetlands built?

It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.

What condition is Route Nj 29 SB over Wetlands 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does Route Nj 29 SB over Wetlands carry?

About 48,025 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Route Nj 29 SB over Wetlands?

The structure is 962 ft (293.2 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 85 ft wide.

Who owns Route Nj 29 SB over Wetlands?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.