I-80 Westbound over Morristown & Erie RR
FairMorris County, New Jersey · 1.2 MI West of RTE 46 · Structure no. 1413169
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old, rebuilt 1991
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 113 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 65,870
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I-80 Westbound over Morristown & Erie RR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I-80 Westbound over Morristown & Erie RR in Morris County, New Jersey. It was built in 1958 and reconstructed in 1991, so it is 67 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 65,870 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 80,380 by 2044. The structure is 113 ft (34.4 m) long and 73 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I-80 Westbound over Morristown & Erie RR built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1991.
What condition is I-80 Westbound over Morristown & Erie 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does I-80 Westbound over Morristown & Erie RR carry?
About 65,870 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is I-80 Westbound over Morristown & Erie RR?
The structure is 113 ft (34.4 m) long with a longest span of 35 ft (10.7 m) and a deck 73 ft wide.
Who owns I-80 Westbound over Morristown & Erie RR?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.