US Bridges

US 206 Bypass over Pike Run Tributary B

Good

Somerset County, New Jersey · 1.5 Miles SW of CR 514 · Structure no. 1810151

Built
2021
4 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,945
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 206 Bypass over Pike Run Tributary B is a concrete culvert carrying US 206 Bypass over Pike Run Tributary B in Somerset County, New Jersey. It was built in 2021, so it is 4 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 9 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 1,945 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,335 by 2044. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesUS 206 Bypass
CrossesPike Run Tributary B
Location1.5 Miles SW of CR 514
RouteU.S. Route 206
Coordinates40.47989, -74.64476
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Culvert9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating106.8 US tons
Inventory rating92.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span21 ft (6.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,945 (2024)
Projected traffic2,335 by 2044
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 US 206 Bypass over Pike Run Tributary B built?

It was built in 2021, making it 4 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 206 Bypass over Pike Run Tributary B 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does US 206 Bypass over Pike Run Tributary B carry?

About 1,945 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is US 206 Bypass over Pike Run Tributary B?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.4 m).

Who owns US 206 Bypass over Pike Run Tributary B?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.