US Bridges

I 287 NB and SB over Malapardis Brook

Fair

Morris County, New Jersey · .12 MI North of Nj 10 · Structure no. 1419150

Built
1954
71 years old, rebuilt 1972
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
45 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
146,050
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I 287 NB and SB over Malapardis Brook is a concrete culvert carrying I 287 NB and SB over Malapardis Brook in Morris County, New Jersey. It was built in 1954 and reconstructed in 1972, so it is 71 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 146,050 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 175,260 by 2043. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesI 287 NB and SB
CrossesMalapardis Brook
Location.12 MI North of Nj 10
RouteInterstate 287
CountyMorris County
StateNew Jersey
Coordinates40.83447, -74.43747
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length45 ft (13.7 m)
Longest span16 ft (4.9 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic146,050 (2023)
Projected traffic175,260 by 2043
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure9
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was I 287 NB and SB over Malapardis Brook built?

It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1972.

What condition is I 287 NB and SB over Malapardis Brook 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does I 287 NB and SB over Malapardis Brook carry?

About 146,050 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is I 287 NB and SB over Malapardis Brook?

The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m).

Who owns I 287 NB and SB over Malapardis Brook?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.