US Bridges

Nj 18 Connector NS over Route Nj 36 and Brook

Good

Monmouth County, New Jersey · At Nj 36 Junction · Structure no. 1329170

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
688 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,815
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Nj 18 Connector NS over Route Nj 36 and Brook is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Nj 18 Connector NS over Route Nj 36 and Brook 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 4,815 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,765 by 2044. The structure is 688 ft (209.7 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesNj 18 Connector NS
CrossesRoute Nj 36 and Brook
LocationAt Nj 36 Junction
RouteState Highway 18
Coordinates40.28833, -74.07667
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.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMarch 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 adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating87 US tons
Inventory rating52 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3 (+1 approach)
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length688 ft (209.7 m)
Longest span222 ft (67.7 m)
Deck width32 ft (9.7 m)
Roadway width27 ft (8.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,815 (2024)
Projected traffic5,765 by 2044
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and waterway
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 statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Nj 18 Connector NS over Route Nj 36 and Brook built?

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

What condition is Nj 18 Connector NS over Route Nj 36 and Brook 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 2024.

How much traffic does Nj 18 Connector NS over Route Nj 36 and Brook carry?

About 4,815 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Nj 18 Connector NS over Route Nj 36 and Brook?

The structure is 688 ft (209.7 m) long with a longest span of 222 ft (67.7 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.

Who owns Nj 18 Connector NS over Route Nj 36 and Brook?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.