Route Nj 23 over Passaic River
FairPassaic County, New Jersey · 1.0 MI S of I-80 · Structure no. 1604150
- Built
- 1916
- 109 years old, rebuilt 1988
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete
- Length
- 303 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 37,925
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Route Nj 23 over Passaic River is a concrete arch - deck carrying Route Nj 23 over Passaic River in Passaic County, New Jersey. It was built in 1916 and reconstructed in 1988, so it is 109 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 5 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 37,925 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 45,543 by 2043. The structure is 303 ft (92.4 m) long and 58 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Route Nj 23 over Passaic River built?
It was built in 1916, making it 109 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1988.
What condition is Route Nj 23 over Passaic River 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does Route Nj 23 over Passaic River carry?
About 37,925 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Route Nj 23 over Passaic River?
The structure is 303 ft (92.4 m) long with a longest span of 98 ft (29.9 m) and a deck 58 ft wide.
Who owns Route Nj 23 over Passaic River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.