Deerhead Lake DR over No.Branch Forked River
FairOcean County, New Jersey · 1.69 MI East of US Rt 9 · Structure no. 1512004
- Built
- 1978
- 47 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 37 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 4,406
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Deerhead Lake DR over No.Branch Forked River is a prestressed concrete slab carrying Deerhead Lake DR over No.Branch Forked River in Ocean County, New Jersey. It was built in 1978, so it is 47 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 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 4,406 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,287 by 2044. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long and 37 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 Deerhead Lake DR over No.Branch Forked River built?
It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.
What condition is Deerhead Lake DR over No.Branch 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does Deerhead Lake DR over No.Branch Forked River carry?
About 4,406 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Deerhead Lake DR over No.Branch Forked River?
The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 35 ft (10.7 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.
Who owns Deerhead Lake DR over No.Branch Forked River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.