US Bridges

Kingsland Avenue over Ramp (nj 3 EB to NJ21SB)

Fair

Passaic County, New Jersey · 0.32 MI S of 3-21 JCT · Structure no. 1603151

Built
1961
64 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
50 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,675
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Kingsland Avenue over Ramp (nj 3 EB to NJ21SB) is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Kingsland Avenue over Ramp (nj 3 EB to NJ21SB) in Passaic County, New Jersey. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 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 1,675 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,010 by 2043. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

Location

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CarriesKingsland Avenue
CrossesRamp (nj 3 EB to NJ21SB)
Location0.32 MI S of 3-21 JCT
RouteCity Street 0
CountyPassaic County
StateNew Jersey
Coordinates40.82364, -74.12893
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating98 US tons
Inventory rating59 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length50 ft (15.2 m)
Longest span47 ft (14.3 m)
Deck width33 ft (10.1 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,675 (2023)
Projected traffic2,010 by 2043
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$349,000 (2023 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Kingsland Avenue over Ramp (nj 3 EB to NJ21SB) built?

It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.

What condition is Kingsland Avenue over Ramp (nj 3 EB to NJ21SB) 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does Kingsland Avenue over Ramp (nj 3 EB to NJ21SB) carry?

About 1,675 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Kingsland Avenue over Ramp (nj 3 EB to NJ21SB)?

The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long with a longest span of 47 ft (14.3 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.

Who owns Kingsland Avenue over Ramp (nj 3 EB to NJ21SB)?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.