US Bridges

Nj Rt 35 Ramp over N. Channel Shark River

Good

Monmouth County, New Jersey · 1.5 MI So of Rt 33 JCT · Structure no. 1311151

Built
2005
20 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
288 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,120
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Nj Rt 35 Ramp over N. Channel Shark River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Nj Rt 35 Ramp over N. Channel 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 1,120 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,370 by 2043. The structure is 288 ft (87.8 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesNj Rt 35 Ramp
CrossesN. Channel Shark River
Location1.5 MI So of Rt 33 JCT
RouteState Highway 35
Coordinates40.18736, -74.02502
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 inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating52 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length288 ft (87.8 m)
Longest span96 ft (29.3 m)
Deck width26 ft (7.8 m)
Roadway width22 ft (6.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,120 (2023)
Projected traffic1,370 by 2043
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-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—
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was Nj Rt 35 Ramp over N. Channel Shark River built?

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

What condition is Nj Rt 35 Ramp over N. Channel 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does Nj Rt 35 Ramp over N. Channel Shark River carry?

About 1,120 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Nj Rt 35 Ramp over N. Channel Shark River?

The structure is 288 ft (87.8 m) long with a longest span of 96 ft (29.3 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.

Who owns Nj Rt 35 Ramp over N. Channel Shark River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.