US Bridges

Nj 62 (union Blvd) over Dover&delaware River RR

Fair

Passaic County, New Jersey · 0.05 MI South of RTE I-80 · Structure no. 1609159

Built
1969
56 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
47 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
20,912
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Nj 62 (union Blvd) over Dover&delaware River RR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Nj 62 (union Blvd) over Dover&delaware River RR in Passaic County, New Jersey. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 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 20,912 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 25,517 by 2044. The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long and 82 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesNj 62 (union Blvd)
CrossesDover&delaware River RR
Location0.05 MI South of RTE I-80
RouteState Highway 62
CountyPassaic County
StateNew Jersey
Coordinates40.896, -74.22333
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating49.1 US tons
Inventory rating29 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length47 ft (14.3 m)
Longest span42 ft (12.8 m)
Deck width82 ft (25.1 m)
Roadway width61 ft (18.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic20,912 (2024)
Projected traffic25,517 by 2044
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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$1.8 million (2024 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Nj 62 (union Blvd) over Dover&delaware River RR built?

It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.

What condition is Nj 62 (union Blvd) over Dover&delaware River RR 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 2024.

How much traffic does Nj 62 (union Blvd) over Dover&delaware River RR carry?

About 20,912 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Nj 62 (union Blvd) over Dover&delaware River RR?

The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long with a longest span of 42 ft (12.8 m) and a deck 82 ft wide.

Who owns Nj 62 (union Blvd) over Dover&delaware River RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.