US Bridges

Nj 15 SB over Ramp to Nj 15 NB

Fair

Morris County, New Jersey · 0.43 Mi. N. of I-80 · Structure no. 1404151

Built
1943
82 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete
Length
54 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
51,992
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Nj 15 SB over Ramp to Nj 15 NB is a concrete tee beam carrying Nj 15 SB over Ramp to Nj 15 NB in Morris County, New Jersey. It was built in 1943, so it is 82 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 51,992 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 63,440 by 2044. The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long and 63 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesNj 15 SB
CrossesRamp to Nj 15 NB
Location0.43 Mi. N. of I-80
RouteState Highway 15
CountyMorris County
StateNew Jersey
Coordinates40.9126, -74.57805
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating63.1 US tons
Inventory rating37 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length54 ft (16.5 m)
Longest span51 ft (15.5 m)
Deck width63 ft (19.1 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic51,992 (2024)
Projected traffic63,440 by 2044
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
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 proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$159,000 (2024 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Nj 15 SB over Ramp to Nj 15 NB built?

It was built in 1943, making it 82 years old in 2025.

What condition is Nj 15 SB over Ramp to Nj 15 NB 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does Nj 15 SB over Ramp to Nj 15 NB carry?

About 51,992 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Nj 15 SB over Ramp to Nj 15 NB?

The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long with a longest span of 51 ft (15.5 m) and a deck 63 ft wide.

Who owns Nj 15 SB over Ramp to Nj 15 NB?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.