Nj Route 3 over Third River
GoodPassaic County, New Jersey · 1.0 MI NW of 3-21 JCT · Structure no. 1601157
- Built
- 1947
- 78 years old, rebuilt 2012
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 40 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 138,595
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Nj Route 3 over Third River is a concrete culvert carrying Nj Route 3 over Third River in Passaic County, New Jersey. It was built in 1947 and reconstructed in 2012, so it is 78 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 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 138,595 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 169,110 by 2044. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long and 163 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Nj Route 3 over Third River built?
It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2012.
What condition is Nj Route 3 over Third River 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does Nj Route 3 over Third River carry?
About 138,595 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Nj Route 3 over Third River?
The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 163 ft wide.
Who owns Nj Route 3 over Third River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.