US 46 over Passaic River
FairPassaic County, New Jersey · 0.10 MI East of Nj RTE 20 · Structure no. 1607168
- Built
- 1937
- 88 years old, rebuilt 1997
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 545 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 73,591
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 46 over Passaic River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 46 over Passaic River in Passaic County, New Jersey. It was built in 1937 and reconstructed in 1997, so it is 88 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 73,591 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 88,309 by 2043. The structure is 545 ft (166.1 m) long and 96 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 46 over Passaic River built?
It was built in 1937, making it 88 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1997.
What condition is US 46 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does US 46 over Passaic River carry?
About 73,591 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is US 46 over Passaic River?
The structure is 545 ft (166.1 m) long with a longest span of 115 ft (35.1 m) and a deck 96 ft wide.
Who owns US 46 over Passaic River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.