Nj 72 Westbound over US 9
FairOcean County, New Jersey · 1.6 MI East of Gsp JCT · Structure no. 1519151
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 98 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 32,863
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Nj 72 Westbound over US 9 is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Nj 72 Westbound over US 9 in Ocean County, New Jersey. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 6 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 32,863 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 47,964 by 2043. The structure is 98 ft (29.9 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Nj 72 Westbound over US 9 built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.
What condition is Nj 72 Westbound over US 9 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does Nj 72 Westbound over US 9 carry?
About 32,863 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Nj 72 Westbound over US 9?
The structure is 98 ft (29.9 m) long with a longest span of 96 ft (29.3 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.
Who owns Nj 72 Westbound over US 9?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.