US Bridges

Nj TPK(I-95) over Doctors Creek

Fair

Mercer County, New Jersey · 3 MI South of Exit 7A · Structure no. M057460

Built
1950
75 years old, rebuilt 2013
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
78 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
63,412
2024 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

Nj TPK(I-95) over Doctors Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Nj TPK(I-95) over Doctors Creek in Mercer County, New Jersey. It was built in 1950 and reconstructed in 2013, so it is 75 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 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 63,412 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 77,375 by 2044. The structure is 78 ft (23.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesNj TPK(I-95)
CrossesDoctors Creek
Location3 MI South of Exit 7A
CountyMercer County
StateNew Jersey
Coordinates40.16536, -74.64778
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
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating95.3 US tons
Inventory rating73.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length78 ft (23.8 m)
Longest span78 ft (23.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic63,412 (2024)
Projected traffic77,375 by 2044
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure9
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Nj TPK(I-95) over Doctors Creek built?

It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2013.

What condition is Nj TPK(I-95) over Doctors 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does Nj TPK(I-95) over Doctors Creek carry?

About 63,412 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is Nj TPK(I-95) over Doctors Creek?

The structure is 78 ft (23.8 m) long with a longest span of 78 ft (23.8 m).

Who owns Nj TPK(I-95) over Doctors Creek?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.