US 9 over S.Branch of Forked River
FairOcean County, New Jersey · 10 MI N of Nj 72 Jct. · Structure no. 1502154
- Built
- 1967
- 58 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 162 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 16,800
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 9 over S.Branch of Forked River is a prestressed concrete box beam or girders - multiple carrying US 9 over S.Branch of Forked River in Ocean County, New Jersey. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 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 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 16,800 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,500 by 2044. The structure is 162 ft (49.4 m) long and 58 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 9 over S.Branch of Forked River built?
It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 9 over S.Branch of Forked 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does US 9 over S.Branch of Forked River carry?
About 16,800 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is US 9 over S.Branch of Forked River?
The structure is 162 ft (49.4 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 58 ft wide.
Who owns US 9 over S.Branch of Forked River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.