Lower Shore Road over Branch of Gunning Brook
GoodOcean County, New Jersey · 0.7 Mile East of US 9 · Structure no. 1533002
- Built
- 1995
- 30 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 25 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,863
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Lower Shore Road over Branch of Gunning Brook is a concrete culvert carrying Lower Shore Road over Branch of Gunning Brook in Ocean County, New Jersey. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 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 1,863 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,236 by 2044. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Lower Shore Road over Branch of Gunning Brook built?
It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.
What condition is Lower Shore Road over Branch of Gunning Brook 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 Lower Shore Road over Branch of Gunning Brook carry?
About 1,863 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Lower Shore Road over Branch of Gunning Brook?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns Lower Shore Road over Branch of Gunning Brook?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.