Nj 27 over Elizabeth River
FairUnion County, New Jersey · 0.1 MI North of Nj 28 · Structure no. 2007150
- Built
- 1978
- 47 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 46 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 14,995
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Nj 27 over Elizabeth River is a prestressed concrete slab carrying Nj 27 over Elizabeth River in Union County, New Jersey. It was built in 1978, so it is 47 years old, younger 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 14,995 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 182,967 by 2044. The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long and 60 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 9 Excellent | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Nj 27 over Elizabeth River built?
It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.
What condition is Nj 27 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does Nj 27 over Elizabeth River carry?
About 14,995 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Nj 27 over Elizabeth River?
The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long with a longest span of 42 ft (12.8 m) and a deck 60 ft wide.
Who owns Nj 27 over Elizabeth River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.