Nj 15 SB over Rockway River
PoorMorris County, New Jersey · 2.2 Mi. N. of Route 80 · Structure no. 1404158
- Built
- 1900
- 125 years old, rebuilt 1947
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 51 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 37,033
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Nj 15 SB over Rockway River is a concrete continuous slab carrying Nj 15 SB over Rockway River in Morris County, New Jersey. It was built in 1900 and reconstructed in 1947, 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 poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 37,033 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 44,440 by 2044. The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Nj 15 SB over Rockway River built?
It was built in 1900, making it 125 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1947.
What condition is Nj 15 SB over Rockway River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in February 2024.
How much traffic does Nj 15 SB over Rockway River carry?
About 37,033 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Nj 15 SB over Rockway River?
The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long with a longest span of 17 ft (5.2 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns Nj 15 SB over Rockway River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.