US Bridges

Nj Tpk (I-95) over Xwicks-Hamilton Sq RD

Fair

Mercer County, New Jersey · 2.5 MI South of Exit 7A · Structure no. M057550

Built
1951
74 years old, rebuilt 2013
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
136 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
89,833
2024 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

Nj Tpk (I-95) over Xwicks-Hamilton Sq RD is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Nj Tpk (I-95) over Xwicks-Hamilton Sq RD in Mercer County, New Jersey. It was built in 1951 and reconstructed in 2013, 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 89,833 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 109,613 by 2044. The structure is 136 ft (41.5 m) long and 162 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesNj Tpk (I-95)
CrossesXwicks-Hamilton Sq RD
Location2.5 MI South of Exit 7A
CountyMercer County
StateNew Jersey
Coordinates40.16674, -74.64721
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.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating38.3 US tons
Inventory rating29.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length136 ft (41.5 m)
Longest span66 ft (20.1 m)
Deck width162 ft (49.3 m)
Roadway width154 ft (47 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic89,833 (2024)
Projected traffic109,613 by 2044
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure8
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Nj Tpk (I-95) over Xwicks-Hamilton Sq RD built?

It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2013.

What condition is Nj Tpk (I-95) over Xwicks-Hamilton Sq RD 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does Nj Tpk (I-95) over Xwicks-Hamilton Sq RD carry?

About 89,833 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Nj Tpk (I-95) over Xwicks-Hamilton Sq RD?

The structure is 136 ft (41.5 m) long with a longest span of 66 ft (20.1 m) and a deck 162 ft wide.

Who owns Nj Tpk (I-95) over Xwicks-Hamilton Sq RD?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.