US Bridges

Lakehurst RD (527) over Gsp

Fair

Ocean County, New Jersey · 0.5 MI N of Toms River · Structure no. 360818T

Built
1951
74 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2023
Type
Frame
Concrete
Length
134 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
16,940
2023 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

Lakehurst RD (527) over Gsp is a concrete frame carrying Lakehurst RD (527) over Gsp in Ocean County, New Jersey. It was built in 1951, so it is 74 years old, older 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 16,940 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,670 by 2043. The structure is 134 ft (40.8 m) long and 54 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesLakehurst RD (527)
CrossesGsp
Location0.5 MI N of Toms River
RouteCounty Highway 527
CountyOcean County
StateNew Jersey
Coordinates39.9566, -74.20632
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating72.9 US tons
Inventory rating56.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeFrame
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length134 ft (40.8 m)
Longest span59 ft (18 m)
Deck width54 ft (16.6 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic16,940 (2023)
Projected traffic20,670 by 2043
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Toll Authority
Maintained byState Toll Authority
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Lakehurst RD (527) over Gsp built?

It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025.

What condition is Lakehurst RD (527) over Gsp 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does Lakehurst RD (527) over Gsp carry?

About 16,940 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Lakehurst RD (527) over Gsp?

The structure is 134 ft (40.8 m) long with a longest span of 59 ft (18 m) and a deck 54 ft wide.

Who owns Lakehurst RD (527) over Gsp?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.