US Bridges

Fackler RD (CR569) over Shipetaukin Creek

Fair

Mercer County, New Jersey · 0.04 MI South of US 206 · Structure no. 1154319

Built
2003
22 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2023
Type
Truss - Thru
Steel
Length
57 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
5,679
2023 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Fackler RD (CR569) over Shipetaukin Creek is a steel truss - thru carrying Fackler RD (CR569) over Shipetaukin Creek in Mercer County, New Jersey. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 5,679 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,771 by 2043. The structure is 57 ft (17.4 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesFackler RD (CR569)
CrossesShipetaukin Creek
Location0.04 MI South of US 206
RouteCounty Highway 569
CountyMercer County
StateNew Jersey
Coordinates40.31024, -74.71059
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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating58 US tons
Inventory rating35.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTruss - Thru
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length57 ft (17.4 m)
Longest span51 ft (15.5 m)
Deck width38 ft (11.7 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,679 (2023)
Projected traffic6,771 by 2043
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Fackler RD (CR569) over Shipetaukin Creek built?

It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.

What condition is Fackler RD (CR569) over Shipetaukin Creek 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 Fackler RD (CR569) over Shipetaukin Creek carry?

About 5,679 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Fackler RD (CR569) over Shipetaukin Creek?

The structure is 57 ft (17.4 m) long with a longest span of 51 ft (15.5 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.

Who owns Fackler RD (CR569) over Shipetaukin Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.