US Bridges

Nj RTE 49 over Salem River

Good

Salem County, New Jersey · 8.3 MI South of Njtpk · Structure no. 1707150

Built
2005
20 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
483 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
11,966
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Nj RTE 49 over Salem River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Nj RTE 49 over Salem River in Salem County, New Jersey. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 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 11,966 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,193 by 2043. The structure is 483 ft (147.2 m) long and 66 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.8 mi (27 km).

CarriesNj RTE 49
CrossesSalem River
Location8.3 MI South of Njtpk
RouteState Highway 49
Coordinates39.57826, -75.47751
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110.1 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length483 ft (147.2 m)
Longest span158 ft (48.2 m)
Deck width66 ft (20.2 m)
Roadway width55 ft (16.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,966 (2023)
Projected traffic17,193 by 2043
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed16.8 mi (27 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Nj RTE 49 over Salem River built?

It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.

What condition is Nj RTE 49 over Salem River 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 December 2024.

How much traffic does Nj RTE 49 over Salem River carry?

About 11,966 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Nj RTE 49 over Salem River?

The structure is 483 ft (147.2 m) long with a longest span of 158 ft (48.2 m) and a deck 66 ft wide.

Who owns Nj RTE 49 over Salem River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.