Nj 27 over Rahway River
FairUnion County, New Jersey · 2 MI North of 35 & 27 JCT · Structure no. 2006152
- Built
- 1914
- 111 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete
- Length
- 93 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 25,190
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Nj 27 over Rahway River is a concrete arch - deck carrying Nj 27 over Rahway River in Union County, New Jersey. It was built in 1914, so it is 111 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 25,190 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 30,740 by 2044. The structure is 93 ft (28.3 m) long and 82 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Nj 27 over Rahway River built?
It was built in 1914, making it 111 years old in 2025.
What condition is Nj 27 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does Nj 27 over Rahway River carry?
About 25,190 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Nj 27 over Rahway River?
The structure is 93 ft (28.3 m) long with a longest span of 43 ft (13.1 m) and a deck 82 ft wide.
Who owns Nj 27 over Rahway River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.