Rt 527 over Toms River
FairOcean County, New Jersey · 0.17 MI N of G.S.Parkway · Structure no. 1507001
- Built
- 1913
- 112 years old, rebuilt 1975
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete
- Length
- 73 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 17,033
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Rt 527 over Toms River is a concrete arch - deck carrying Rt 527 over Toms River in Ocean County, New Jersey. It was built in 1913 and reconstructed in 1975, so it is 112 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 17,033 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,440 by 2044. The structure is 73 ft (22.3 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Rt 527 over Toms River built?
It was built in 1913, making it 112 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1975.
What condition is Rt 527 over Toms 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does Rt 527 over Toms River carry?
About 17,033 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Rt 527 over Toms River?
The structure is 73 ft (22.3 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.
Who owns Rt 527 over Toms River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.