US Bridges

Gsp Sbo over Newman Springs RD(CR520)

Fair

Monmouth County, New Jersey · 3.96 Mi. N. of GSP/18N Jc · Structure no. 361101U

Built
1954
71 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
129 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
51,010
2024 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

Gsp Sbo over Newman Springs RD(CR520) is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Gsp Sbo over Newman Springs RD(CR520) in Monmouth County, New Jersey. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 years old, older than the New Jersey average of 58.5 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 51,010 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 60,791 by 2044. The structure is 129 ft (39.3 m) long and 62 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesGsp Sbo
CrossesNewman Springs RD(CR520)
Location3.96 Mi. N. of GSP/18N Jc
CountyMonmouth County
StateNew Jersey
Coordinates40.33671, -74.10079
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating51 US tons
Inventory rating39.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length129 ft (39.3 m)
Longest span68 ft (20.7 m)
Deck width62 ft (18.8 m)
Roadway width58 ft (17.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic51,010 (2024)
Projected traffic60,791 by 2044
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a toll road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkSTRAHNET connector

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Toll Authority
Maintained byState Toll Authority
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$3 million (2018 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Gsp Sbo over Newman Springs RD(CR520) built?

It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.

What condition is Gsp Sbo over Newman Springs RD(CR520) in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in May 2024.

How much traffic does Gsp Sbo over Newman Springs RD(CR520) carry?

About 51,010 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Gsp Sbo over Newman Springs RD(CR520)?

The structure is 129 ft (39.3 m) long with a longest span of 68 ft (20.7 m) and a deck 62 ft wide.

Who owns Gsp Sbo over Newman Springs RD(CR520)?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.