US Bridges

Njtpk Sno-Sni Rwys over Raritan River&njtpk Utrn

Fair

Middlesex County, New Jersey · .7 MI N of Int 9 · Structure no. M08424N

Built
1973
52 years old, rebuilt 2024
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Girder and Floorbeam System
Steel Continuous
Length
812 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
101,869
2024 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

Njtpk Sno-Sni Rwys over Raritan River&njtpk Utrn is a steel continuous girder and floorbeam system carrying Njtpk Sno-Sni Rwys over Raritan River&njtpk Utrn in Middlesex County, New Jersey. It was built in 1973 and reconstructed in 2024, so it is 52 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 101,869 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 124,299 by 2044. The structure is 812 ft (247.5 m) long and 128 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesNjtpk Sno-Sni Rwys
CrossesRaritan River&njtpk Utrn
Location.7 MI N of Int 9
RouteInterstate 95
Coordinates40.48827, -74.39601
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.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating46.4 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3 (+1 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length812 ft (247.5 m)
Longest span213 ft (64.9 m)
Deck width128 ft (38.9 m)
Roadway width123 ft (37.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic101,869 (2024)
Projected traffic124,299 by 2044
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and waterway
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—
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was Njtpk Sno-Sni Rwys over Raritan River&njtpk Utrn built?

It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2024.

What condition is Njtpk Sno-Sni Rwys over Raritan River&njtpk Utrn 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does Njtpk Sno-Sni Rwys over Raritan River&njtpk Utrn carry?

About 101,869 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Njtpk Sno-Sni Rwys over Raritan River&njtpk Utrn?

The structure is 812 ft (247.5 m) long with a longest span of 213 ft (64.9 m) and a deck 128 ft wide.

Who owns Njtpk Sno-Sni Rwys over Raritan River&njtpk Utrn?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.