US 22 over Elizabeth River
FairUnion County, New Jersey · 1.15 MI E of GSP/82 JCT · Structure no. 2004151
- Built
- 1928
- 97 years old, rebuilt 1940
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 72 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 73,243
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 22 over Elizabeth River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 22 over Elizabeth River in Union County, New Jersey. It was built in 1928 and reconstructed in 1940, so it is 97 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 73,243 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 89,370 by 2043. The structure is 72 ft (21.9 m) long and 82 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
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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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| 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 US 22 over Elizabeth River built?
It was built in 1928, making it 97 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1940.
What condition is US 22 over Elizabeth 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does US 22 over Elizabeth River carry?
About 73,243 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is US 22 over Elizabeth River?
The structure is 72 ft (21.9 m) long with a longest span of 68 ft (20.7 m) and a deck 82 ft wide.
Who owns US 22 over Elizabeth River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.