Rt 549 (chambers) over So Brch Metedeconk River
FairOcean County, New Jersey · 0.20 Mi. South of Nj 88 · Structure no. 1506003
- Built
- 1996
- 29 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 34 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 22,538
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Rt 549 (chambers) over So Brch Metedeconk River is a prestressed concrete slab carrying Rt 549 (chambers) over So Brch Metedeconk River in Ocean County, New Jersey. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 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 22,538 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 27,046 by 2044. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long and 107 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 Rt 549 (chambers) over So Brch Metedeconk River built?
It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.
What condition is Rt 549 (chambers) over So Brch Metedeconk 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 Rt 549 (chambers) over So Brch Metedeconk River carry?
About 22,538 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Rt 549 (chambers) over So Brch Metedeconk River?
The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 31 ft (9.4 m) and a deck 107 ft wide.
Who owns Rt 549 (chambers) over So Brch Metedeconk River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.