US 22 WB over Rahway River
FairUnion County, New Jersey · 0.89 Mi. East of CR 577 · Structure no. 2003162
- Built
- 1941
- 84 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Frame
- Concrete
- Length
- 54 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 42,130
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 22 WB over Rahway River is a concrete frame carrying US 22 WB over Rahway River in Union County, New Jersey. It was built in 1941, so it is 84 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 42,130 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 51,407 by 2043. The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long and 59 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 22 WB over Rahway River built?
It was built in 1941, making it 84 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 22 WB over Rahway 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does US 22 WB over Rahway River carry?
About 42,130 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is US 22 WB over Rahway River?
The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long with a longest span of 48 ft (14.6 m) and a deck 59 ft wide.
Who owns US 22 WB over Rahway River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.