N.J Rt 72 over Fox Island Creek
FairOcean County, New Jersey · 2.71 MI East of US 9 · Structure no. 1519153
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 25,332
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
N.J Rt 72 over Fox Island Creek is a concrete culvert carrying N.J Rt 72 over Fox Island 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 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 25,332 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 36,336 by 2043. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long and 128 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was N.J Rt 72 over Fox Island Creek built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.
What condition is N.J Rt 72 over Fox Island Creek 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 N.J Rt 72 over Fox Island Creek carry?
About 25,332 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is N.J Rt 72 over Fox Island Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.4 m) and a deck 128 ft wide.
Who owns N.J Rt 72 over Fox Island Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.