US Bridges

US 9 over Westecunk Creek

Good

Ocean County, New Jersey · 4.6 MI S of Nj 72 JCT · Structure no. 1501155

Built
2013
12 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Frame
Concrete
Length
41 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
15,906
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 9 over Westecunk Creek is a concrete frame carrying US 9 over Westecunk Creek in Ocean County, New Jersey. It was built in 2013, so it is 12 years old, younger than the New Jersey average of 58.5 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 15,906 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,408 by 2044. The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long and 59 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 9
CrossesWestecunk Creek
Location4.6 MI S of Nj 72 JCT
RouteU.S. Route 9
Coordinates39.63824, -74.30473
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating49.6 US tons
Inventory rating38.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeFrame
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length41 ft (12.5 m)
Longest span38 ft (11.6 m)
Deck width59 ft (18.1 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15,906 (2024)
Projected traffic19,408 by 2044
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 9 over Westecunk Creek built?

It was built in 2013, making it 12 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 9 over Westecunk Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in August 2024.

How much traffic does US 9 over Westecunk Creek carry?

About 15,906 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is US 9 over Westecunk Creek?

The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long with a longest span of 38 ft (11.6 m) and a deck 59 ft wide.

Who owns US 9 over Westecunk Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.