Higginsville Road over S. Branch Raritan River
FairPosted for loadSomerset County, New Jersey · 0.10 N of Three Bridges R · Structure no. 18A0601
- Built
- 1893
- 132 years old, rebuilt 2000
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Truss - Thru
- Aluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
- Length
- 105 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 668
- 2023 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Higginsville Road over S. Branch Raritan River is a aluminum, wrought iron, or cast iron truss - thru carrying Higginsville Road over S. Branch Raritan River in Somerset County, New Jersey. It was built in 1893 and reconstructed in 2000, so it is 132 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 668 vehicles a day, projected to reach 801 by 2043. The structure is 105 ft (32 m) long and 16 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Higginsville Road over S. Branch Raritan River built?
It was built in 1893, making it 132 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2000.
What condition is Higginsville Road over S. Branch Raritan 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does Higginsville Road over S. Branch Raritan River carry?
About 668 vehicles per day (2023 count).
How long is Higginsville Road over S. Branch Raritan River?
The structure is 105 ft (32 m) long with a longest span of 102 ft (31.1 m) and a deck 16 ft wide.
Who owns Higginsville Road over S. Branch Raritan River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.