Nj 23 over Branch of Clove River
GoodSussex County, New Jersey · 1.36 Mi. So. of CR651 JCT · Structure no. 1905151
- Built
- 1954
- 71 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 7,141
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Nj 23 over Branch of Clove River is a concrete slab carrying Nj 23 over Branch of Clove River in Sussex County, New Jersey. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 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 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 7,141 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,569 by 2043. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Nj 23 over Branch of Clove River built?
It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.
What condition is Nj 23 over Branch of Clove 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does Nj 23 over Branch of Clove River carry?
About 7,141 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is Nj 23 over Branch of Clove River?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.7 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.
Who owns Nj 23 over Branch of Clove River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.