US 202 over Whippany River
FairMorris County, New Jersey · 1.2 MI N of Rt 124 JCT · Structure no. 1416152
- Built
- 1891
- 134 years old, rebuilt 1922
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Masonry
- Length
- 52 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 17,820
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 202 over Whippany River is a masonry arch - deck carrying US 202 over Whippany River in Morris County, New Jersey. It was built in 1891 and reconstructed in 1922, so it is 134 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 6 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 17,820 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,740 by 2044. The structure is 52 ft (15.8 m) long and 77 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 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 202 over Whippany River built?
It was built in 1891, making it 134 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1922.
What condition is US 202 over Whippany 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does US 202 over Whippany River carry?
About 17,820 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is US 202 over Whippany River?
The structure is 52 ft (15.8 m) long with a longest span of 52 ft (15.8 m) and a deck 77 ft wide.
Who owns US 202 over Whippany River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.