US Bridges

I-195 over Branch of Toms River

Good

Ocean County, New Jersey · 0.72 MI E of CR537 · Structure no. 1517152

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
25 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
49,587
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I-195 over Branch of Toms River is a concrete culvert carrying I-195 over Branch of Toms River in Ocean County, New Jersey. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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.

It carries about 49,587 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 59,505 by 2044. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesI-195
CrossesBranch of Toms River
Location0.72 MI E of CR537
RouteInterstate 195
Coordinates40.15721, -74.41168
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length25 ft (7.6 m)
Longest span25 ft (7.6 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic49,587 (2024)
Projected traffic59,505 by 2044
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was I-195 over Branch of Toms River built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is I-195 over Branch of Toms River 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does I-195 over Branch of Toms River carry?

About 49,587 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is I-195 over Branch of Toms River?

The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m).

Who owns I-195 over Branch of Toms River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.