US Bridges

Nj 36 (ocean Ave) over Shrewsbury RIV/CR8/RAMP

Good

Monmouth County, New Jersey · 0.5 MI S. of Miller St. · Structure no. 1315169

Built
2009
16 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Segmental Box Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
1,611 ft
9 main spans
Daily traffic
14,038
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Nj 36 (ocean Ave) over Shrewsbury RIV/CR8/RAMP is a prestressed concrete continuous segmental box girder carrying Nj 36 (ocean Ave) over Shrewsbury RIV/CR8/RAMP in Monmouth County, New Jersey. It was built in 2009, so it is 16 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 14,038 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,845 by 2043. The structure is 1,611 ft (491 m) long and 92 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesNj 36 (ocean Ave)
CrossesShrewsbury RIV/CR8/RAMP
Location0.5 MI S. of Miller St.
RouteState Highway 36
CountyMonmouth County
StateNew Jersey
Coordinates40.39568, -73.97663
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 protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
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 alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating82.1 US tons
Inventory rating42.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSegmental Box Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans9 (+2 approach)
Design loadHL 93
Structure length1,611 ft (491 m)
Longest span232 ft (70.7 m)
Deck width92 ft (28.1 m)
Roadway width70 ft (21.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deck25 ft (7.8 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,038 (2023)
Projected traffic16,845 by 2043
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway and waterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 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 36 (ocean Ave) over Shrewsbury RIV/CR8/RAMP built?

It was built in 2009, making it 16 years old in 2025.

What condition is Nj 36 (ocean Ave) over Shrewsbury RIV/CR8/RAMP 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does Nj 36 (ocean Ave) over Shrewsbury RIV/CR8/RAMP carry?

About 14,038 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Nj 36 (ocean Ave) over Shrewsbury RIV/CR8/RAMP?

The structure is 1,611 ft (491 m) long with a longest span of 232 ft (70.7 m) and a deck 92 ft wide.

Who owns Nj 36 (ocean Ave) over Shrewsbury RIV/CR8/RAMP?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.