US Bridges

Rt 528-CENTRAL Ave over Carasaljo Lake

GoodPosted for load

Ocean County, New Jersey · Near Intersection of US 9 · Structure no. 1514007

Built
1987
38 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Arch - Deck
Concrete
Length
38 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
15,890
2024 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rt 528-CENTRAL Ave over Carasaljo Lake is a concrete arch - deck carrying Rt 528-CENTRAL Ave over Carasaljo Lake in Ocean County, New Jersey. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 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 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 15,890 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,068 by 2044. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long and 74 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesRt 528-CENTRAL Ave
CrossesCarasaljo Lake
LocationNear Intersection of US 9
RouteCounty Highway 528
Coordinates40.08631, -74.2157
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating48 US tons
Inventory rating29 US tons

Structure

Structure typeArch - Deck
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length38 ft (11.6 m)
Longest span38 ft (11.6 m)
Deck width74 ft (22.6 m)
Roadway width50 ft (15.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15,890 (2024)
Projected traffic19,068 by 2044
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Rt 528-CENTRAL Ave over Carasaljo Lake built?

It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.

What condition is Rt 528-CENTRAL Ave over Carasaljo Lake 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does Rt 528-CENTRAL Ave over Carasaljo Lake carry?

About 15,890 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Rt 528-CENTRAL Ave over Carasaljo Lake?

The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 38 ft (11.6 m) and a deck 74 ft wide.

Who owns Rt 528-CENTRAL Ave over Carasaljo Lake?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.