US Bridges

Matawan RD (CR626) over New Jersey Coast Line

Fair

Middlesex County, New Jersey · 1.0 M N of Gsp Ex. 120 · Structure no. 1262162

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
Prestressed Concrete
Length
120 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
6,243
2024 count
Owner
Unknown
Unknown

About this bridge

Matawan RD (CR626) over New Jersey Coast Line is a prestressed concrete box beam or girders - multiple carrying Matawan RD (CR626) over New Jersey Coast Line 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 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 6,243 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,618 by 2044. The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesMatawan RD (CR626)
CrossesNew Jersey Coast Line
Location1.0 M N of Gsp Ex. 120
RouteCounty Highway 626
CountyMiddlesex County
StateNew Jersey
Coordinates40.44962, -74.24926
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionAugust 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 geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating41 US tons
Inventory rating24 US tons

Structure

Structure typeBox Beam or Girders - Multiple
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length120 ft (36.6 m)
Longest span48 ft (14.6 m)
Deck width38 ft (11.7 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,243 (2024)
Projected traffic7,618 by 2044
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerUnknown
Maintained byOther State Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$965,000 (2024 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Matawan RD (CR626) over New Jersey Coast Line built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is Matawan RD (CR626) over New Jersey Coast Line 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does Matawan RD (CR626) over New Jersey Coast Line carry?

About 6,243 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Matawan RD (CR626) over New Jersey Coast Line?

The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long with a longest span of 48 ft (14.6 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.

Who owns Matawan RD (CR626) over New Jersey Coast Line?

It is owned by the Unknown and maintained by the Other State Agency.