US Bridges

Route NJ-35 over Shark River

Good

Monmouth County, New Jersey · 1.36 MI North of NJ-138 · Structure no. 1311150

Built
2005
20 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
1,769 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
32,225
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Route NJ-35 over Shark River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Route NJ-35 over Shark River in Monmouth County, New Jersey. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 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 good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 32,225 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 38,670 by 2044. The structure is 1,769 ft (539.2 m) long and 84 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesRoute NJ-35
CrossesShark River
Location1.36 MI North of NJ-138
RouteState Highway 35
Coordinates40.18246, -74.02712
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating95.7 US tons
Inventory rating74 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3 (+13 approach)
Design loadHL 93
Structure length1,769 ft (539.2 m)
Longest span170 ft (51.8 m)
Deck width84 ft (25.7 m)
Roadway width69 ft (21 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic32,225 (2024)
Projected traffic38,670 by 2044
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway and waterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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—
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was Route NJ-35 over Shark River built?

It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.

What condition is Route NJ-35 over Shark River in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in July 2024.

How much traffic does Route NJ-35 over Shark River carry?

About 32,225 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Route NJ-35 over Shark River?

The structure is 1,769 ft (539.2 m) long with a longest span of 170 ft (51.8 m) and a deck 84 ft wide.

Who owns Route NJ-35 over Shark River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.