US Bridges

US 130 over Branch of Lawrence Brook

Fair

Middlesex County, New Jersey · 3.2 MI North of Nj 32 JCT · Structure no. 1227157

Built
1941
84 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Frame
Concrete
Length
27 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
48,830
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 130 over Branch of Lawrence Brook is a concrete frame carrying US 130 over Branch of Lawrence Brook in Middlesex County, New Jersey. It was built in 1941, so it is 84 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 48,830 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 58,590 by 2044. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long and 118 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesUS 130
CrossesBranch of Lawrence Brook
Location3.2 MI North of Nj 32 JCT
RouteU.S. Route 130
Coordinates40.39371, -74.50621
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

Structure typeFrame
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span23 ft (7 m)
Deck width118 ft (36 m)
Roadway width72 ft (21.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic48,830 (2024)
Projected traffic58,590 by 2044
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 US 130 over Branch of Lawrence Brook built?

It was built in 1941, making it 84 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 130 over Branch of Lawrence Brook 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does US 130 over Branch of Lawrence Brook carry?

About 48,830 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is US 130 over Branch of Lawrence Brook?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 23 ft (7 m) and a deck 118 ft wide.

Who owns US 130 over Branch of Lawrence Brook?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.