US Bridges

I-295 SB over Ramp I-295 SB to US 1 NB

Fair

Mercer County, New Jersey · 0.11 M South of US 1 Jct. · Structure no. 1138163

Built
1974
51 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
80 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
49,237
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I-295 SB over Ramp I-295 SB to US 1 NB is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I-295 SB over Ramp I-295 SB to US 1 NB in Mercer County, New Jersey. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 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 49,237 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 59,085 by 2043. The structure is 80 ft (24.4 m) long and 65 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesI-295 SB
CrossesRamp I-295 SB to US 1 NB
Location0.11 M South of US 1 Jct.
RouteInterstate 295
CountyMercer County
StateNew Jersey
Coordinates40.28226, -74.69497
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating77.1 US tons
Inventory rating46 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length80 ft (24.4 m)
Longest span74 ft (22.6 m)
Deck width65 ft (19.7 m)
Roadway width61 ft (18.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic49,237 (2023)
Projected traffic59,085 by 2043
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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$1,000 (2023 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was I-295 SB over Ramp I-295 SB to US 1 NB built?

It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.

What condition is I-295 SB over Ramp I-295 SB to US 1 NB 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does I-295 SB over Ramp I-295 SB to US 1 NB carry?

About 49,237 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is I-295 SB over Ramp I-295 SB to US 1 NB?

The structure is 80 ft (24.4 m) long with a longest span of 74 ft (22.6 m) and a deck 65 ft wide.

Who owns I-295 SB over Ramp I-295 SB to US 1 NB?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.