Nj Route 72 over West Thorofare U-Turn
GoodOcean County, New Jersey · 4.45 MI East of US 9 · Structure no. 1513153
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old, rebuilt 2017
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 368 ft
- 9 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 22,370
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Nj Route 72 over West Thorofare U-Turn is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Nj Route 72 over West Thorofare U-Turn in Ocean County, New Jersey. It was built in 1958 and reconstructed in 2017, so it is 67 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 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 22,370 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 26,844 by 2043. The structure is 368 ft (112.2 m) long and 72 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Nj Route 72 over West Thorofare U-Turn built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2017.
What condition is Nj Route 72 over West Thorofare U-Turn 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does Nj Route 72 over West Thorofare U-Turn carry?
About 22,370 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Nj Route 72 over West Thorofare U-Turn?
The structure is 368 ft (112.2 m) long with a longest span of 38 ft (11.6 m) and a deck 72 ft wide.
Who owns Nj Route 72 over West Thorofare U-Turn?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.