Pierce Street over Trib. of Raritan River
FairSomerset County, New Jersey · 0.2 MI W. of Davidson Ave · Structure no. 18H0610
- Built
- 2001
- 24 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete
- Length
- 48 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 2,361
- 2023 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Pierce Street over Trib. of Raritan River is a concrete arch - deck carrying Pierce Street over Trib. of Raritan River in Somerset County, New Jersey. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 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 2,361 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,833 by 2043. The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long and 62 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
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Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Pierce Street over Trib. of Raritan River built?
It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.
What condition is Pierce Street over Trib. of 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 Pierce Street over Trib. of Raritan River carry?
About 2,361 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Pierce Street over Trib. of Raritan River?
The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long with a longest span of 48 ft (14.6 m) and a deck 62 ft wide.
Who owns Pierce Street over Trib. of Raritan River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.