Nj Rt 3 over Rt 21 Ramp & Rt 3 Ramp
GoodPassaic County, New Jersey · 0.2 MI NW of 3-21 JCT · Structure no. 1601163
- Built
- 2014
- 11 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 68 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 138,590
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Nj Rt 3 over Rt 21 Ramp & Rt 3 Ramp is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying Nj Rt 3 over Rt 21 Ramp & Rt 3 Ramp in Passaic County, New Jersey. It was built in 2014, so it is 11 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 138,590 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 169,105 by 2044. The structure is 68 ft (20.7 m) long and 171 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Nj Rt 3 over Rt 21 Ramp & Rt 3 Ramp built?
It was built in 2014, making it 11 years old in 2025.
What condition is Nj Rt 3 over Rt 21 Ramp & Rt 3 Ramp 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 Rt 3 over Rt 21 Ramp & Rt 3 Ramp carry?
About 138,590 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Nj Rt 3 over Rt 21 Ramp & Rt 3 Ramp?
The structure is 68 ft (20.7 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.8 m) and a deck 171 ft wide.
Who owns Nj Rt 3 over Rt 21 Ramp & Rt 3 Ramp?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.