US Bridges

Nj 72 over Mill Creek

Good

Ocean County, New Jersey · 0.1 MI East of US 9 · Structure no. 1519152

Built
1968
57 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
45 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
35,122
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Nj 72 over Mill Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Nj 72 over Mill Creek 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 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 35,122 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 42,856 by 2044. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesNj 72
CrossesMill Creek
Location0.1 MI East of US 9
RouteState Highway 72
Coordinates39.6927, -74.25889
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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 rating75.9 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length45 ft (13.7 m)
Longest span21 ft (6.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic35,122 (2024)
Projected traffic42,856 by 2044
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 Nj 72 over Mill Creek built?

It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.

What condition is Nj 72 over Mill Creek 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 Nj 72 over Mill Creek carry?

About 35,122 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Nj 72 over Mill Creek?

The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.4 m).

Who owns Nj 72 over Mill Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.