Smith St. (cr 656) over US 9 Ramps Gl & Gm
FairMiddlesex County, New Jersey · 0.5 MI West of Gsp · Structure no. 1234158
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 130 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 3,752
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Smith St. (cr 656) over US 9 Ramps Gl & Gm is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Smith St. (cr 656) over US 9 Ramps Gl & Gm in Middlesex County, New Jersey. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 3,752 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,578 by 2044. The structure is 130 ft (39.6 m) long and 71 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Smith St. (cr 656) over US 9 Ramps Gl & Gm built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is Smith St. (cr 656) over US 9 Ramps Gl & Gm 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 2024.
How much traffic does Smith St. (cr 656) over US 9 Ramps Gl & Gm carry?
About 3,752 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Smith St. (cr 656) over US 9 Ramps Gl & Gm?
The structure is 130 ft (39.6 m) long with a longest span of 125 ft (38.1 m) and a deck 71 ft wide.
Who owns Smith St. (cr 656) over US 9 Ramps Gl & Gm?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.