US Bridges

Route Nj 124 over Van Winkle Creek

Fair

Union County, New Jersey · 0.05 MI West of CR 635 · Structure no. 2005152

Built
1965
60 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
24 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
24,584
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Route Nj 124 over Van Winkle Creek is a concrete slab carrying Route Nj 124 over Van Winkle Creek in Union County, New Jersey. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 24,584 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 29,997 by 2044. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long and 68 ft wide.

CarriesRoute Nj 124
CrossesVan Winkle Creek
Location0.05 MI West of CR 635
RouteState Highway 124
Coordinates40.71108, -74.31164
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating64 US tons
Inventory rating38 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span21 ft (6.4 m)
Deck width68 ft (20.7 m)
Roadway width50 ft (15.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic24,584 (2024)
Projected traffic29,997 by 2044
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Route Nj 124 over Van Winkle Creek built?

It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.

What condition is Route Nj 124 over Van Winkle Creek 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does Route Nj 124 over Van Winkle Creek carry?

About 24,584 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Route Nj 124 over Van Winkle Creek?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.4 m) and a deck 68 ft wide.

Who owns Route Nj 124 over Van Winkle Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.