US 206 over Black River
FairMorris County, New Jersey · 1.17 MI N of Rt 513 · Structure no. 1417152
- Built
- 1928
- 97 years old, rebuilt 2011
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 67 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 19,871
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 206 over Black River is a prestressed concrete box beam or girders - multiple carrying US 206 over Black River in Morris County, New Jersey. It was built in 1928 and reconstructed in 2011, so it is 97 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 19,871 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 23,846 by 2043. The structure is 67 ft (20.4 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 206 over Black River built?
It was built in 1928, making it 97 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2011.
What condition is US 206 over Black 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does US 206 over Black River carry?
About 19,871 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is US 206 over Black River?
The structure is 67 ft (20.4 m) long with a longest span of 23 ft (7 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns US 206 over Black River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.