US Bridges

Nj TPK(I-95) over Crosswicks CR & U-Turn

Fair

Mercer County, New Jersey · 3.5 MI South of Exit 7A · Structure no. M056920

Built
1951
74 years old, rebuilt 2014
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
167 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
57,459
2024 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

Nj TPK(I-95) over Crosswicks CR & U-Turn is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Nj TPK(I-95) over Crosswicks CR & U-Turn in Mercer County, New Jersey. It was built in 1951 and reconstructed in 2014, so it is 74 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 57,459 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 70,111 by 2044. The structure is 167 ft (50.9 m) long and 128 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesNj TPK(I-95)
CrossesCrosswicks CR & U-Turn
Location3.5 MI South of Exit 7A
CountyMercer County
StateNew Jersey
Coordinates40.1599, -74.65547
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
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 rating33.2 US tons
Inventory rating25.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length167 ft (50.9 m)
Longest span62 ft (18.9 m)
Deck width128 ft (39 m)
Roadway width122 ft (37.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic57,459 (2024)
Projected traffic70,111 by 2044
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and waterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a toll road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Toll Authority
Maintained byState Toll Authority
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$23,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Nj TPK(I-95) over Crosswicks CR & U-Turn built?

It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2014.

What condition is Nj TPK(I-95) over Crosswicks CR & U-Turn 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does Nj TPK(I-95) over Crosswicks CR & U-Turn carry?

About 57,459 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Nj TPK(I-95) over Crosswicks CR & U-Turn?

The structure is 167 ft (50.9 m) long with a longest span of 62 ft (18.9 m) and a deck 128 ft wide.

Who owns Nj TPK(I-95) over Crosswicks CR & U-Turn?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.