Nj 23 over Clove River
FairSussex County, New Jersey · 4.76 MI N of Sussex Boro · Structure no. 1905153
- Built
- 1954
- 71 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 4,025
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Nj 23 over Clove River is a concrete slab carrying Nj 23 over 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 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 4,025 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,911 by 2043. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long and 50 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Nj 23 over Clove River built?
It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.
What condition is Nj 23 over Clove 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does Nj 23 over Clove River carry?
About 4,025 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is Nj 23 over Clove River?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.
Who owns Nj 23 over Clove River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.