North Sussex ST over Rockaway River
FairMorris County, New Jersey · 200 Ft No of Cty Rt 659 · Structure no. 1401021
- Built
- 1900
- 125 years old, rebuilt 1999
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Masonry
- Length
- 82 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 12,322
- 2023 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
North Sussex ST over Rockaway River is a masonry arch - deck carrying North Sussex ST over Rockaway River in Morris County, New Jersey. It was built in 1900 and reconstructed in 1999, so it is 125 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 12,322 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,035 by 2043. The structure is 82 ft (25 m) long and 66 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was North Sussex ST over Rockaway River built?
It was built in 1900, making it 125 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1999.
What condition is North Sussex ST over Rockaway River 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does North Sussex ST over Rockaway River carry?
About 12,322 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is North Sussex ST over Rockaway River?
The structure is 82 ft (25 m) long with a longest span of 23 ft (7 m) and a deck 66 ft wide.
Who owns North Sussex ST over Rockaway River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.