US Bridges

County Route 614 over Branch of Paulins Kill

Fair

Sussex County, New Jersey · 1.3 MI NW of Nj 94 Jct. · Structure no. 1900F10

Built
1966
59 years old, rebuilt 1977
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2023
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
33 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,796
2023 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

County Route 614 over Branch of Paulins Kill is a prestressed concrete slab carrying County Route 614 over Branch of Paulins Kill in Sussex County, New Jersey. It was built in 1966 and reconstructed in 1977, so it is 59 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.

It carries about 1,796 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,192 by 2043. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesCounty Route 614
CrossesBranch of Paulins Kill
Location1.3 MI NW of Nj 94 Jct.
RouteCounty Highway 614
CountySussex County
StateNew Jersey
Coordinates41.04957, -74.82549
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating52 US tons
Inventory rating31 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length33 ft (10.1 m)
Longest span28 ft (8.5 m)
Deck width35 ft (10.6 m)
Roadway width31 ft (9.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,796 (2023)
Projected traffic2,192 by 2043
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$202,000 (2023 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was County Route 614 over Branch of Paulins Kill built?

It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1977.

What condition is County Route 614 over Branch of Paulins Kill 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does County Route 614 over Branch of Paulins Kill carry?

About 1,796 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is County Route 614 over Branch of Paulins Kill?

The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.5 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.

Who owns County Route 614 over Branch of Paulins Kill?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.