US Bridges

Nj 23 over Branch of Wallkill River

Good

Sussex County, New Jersey · 2.15 MI N of Nj 94 · Structure no. 1904153

Built
2022
3 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Frame
Concrete
Length
22 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
10,410
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Nj 23 over Branch of Wallkill River is a concrete frame carrying Nj 23 over Branch of Wallkill River in Sussex County, New Jersey. It was built in 2022, so it is 3 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 10,410 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,492 by 2043. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 51 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesNj 23
CrossesBranch of Wallkill River
Location2.15 MI N of Nj 94
RouteState Highway 23
CountySussex County
StateNew Jersey
Coordinates41.18102, -74.59022
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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating57.5 US tons
Inventory rating54.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeFrame
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span22 ft (6.7 m)
Deck width51 ft (15.4 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,410 (2023)
Projected traffic12,492 by 2043
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Nj 23 over Branch of Wallkill River built?

It was built in 2022, making it 3 years old in 2025.

What condition is Nj 23 over Branch of Wallkill 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does Nj 23 over Branch of Wallkill River carry?

About 10,410 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Nj 23 over Branch of Wallkill River?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.7 m) and a deck 51 ft wide.

Who owns Nj 23 over Branch of Wallkill River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.