US Bridges

Matawan Avenue over Nj Transit RR

Fair

Monmouth County, New Jersey · 1.25 MI NW of GSP&RT36 Jc · Structure no. 361199A

Built
1953
72 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
156 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
10,310
2024 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

Matawan Avenue over Nj Transit RR is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Matawan Avenue over Nj Transit RR in Monmouth County, New Jersey. It was built in 1953, so it is 72 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 5 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 10,310 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,580 by 2044. The structure is 156 ft (47.5 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesMatawan Avenue
CrossesNj Transit RR
Location1.25 MI NW of GSP&RT36 Jc
RouteCity Street 0
CountyMonmouth County
StateNew Jersey
Coordinates40.4265, -74.2303
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating83.2 US tons
Inventory rating63.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length156 ft (47.5 m)
Longest span50 ft (15.2 m)
Deck width34 ft (10.4 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,310 (2024)
Projected traffic12,580 by 2044
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Toll Authority
Maintained byState Toll Authority
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$375,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Matawan Avenue over Nj Transit RR built?

It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.

What condition is Matawan Avenue over Nj Transit RR 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does Matawan Avenue over Nj Transit RR carry?

About 10,310 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Matawan Avenue over Nj Transit RR?

The structure is 156 ft (47.5 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.

Who owns Matawan Avenue over Nj Transit RR?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.