US Bridges

Nj 18 NB over Connector "ns"

Good

Monmouth County, New Jersey · 0.56MI. S. of G.S.P Int. · Structure no. 1329160

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
292 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
15,223
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Nj 18 NB over Connector "ns" is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Nj 18 NB over Connector "ns" in Monmouth County, New Jersey. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 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 15,223 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,268 by 2043. The structure is 292 ft (89 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesNj 18 NB
CrossesConnector "ns"
Location0.56MI. S. of G.S.P Int.
RouteState Highway 18
CountyMonmouth County
StateNew Jersey
Coordinates40.28023, -74.07535
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating70 US tons
Inventory rating42 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length292 ft (89 m)
Longest span142 ft (43.3 m)
Deck width47 ft (14.2 m)
Roadway width43 ft (13.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15,223 (2023)
Projected traffic18,268 by 2043
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Nj 18 NB over Connector "ns" built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is Nj 18 NB over Connector "ns" 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does Nj 18 NB over Connector "ns" carry?

About 15,223 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Nj 18 NB over Connector "ns"?

The structure is 292 ft (89 m) long with a longest span of 142 ft (43.3 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.

Who owns Nj 18 NB over Connector "ns"?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.