78 WB Inner&ramp O over Rahway River
FairUnion County, New Jersey · 0.1MI W of Interch. 49 · Structure no. 2010172
- Built
- 1967
- 58 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 109 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 87,989
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
78 WB Inner&ramp O over Rahway River is a concrete culvert carrying 78 WB Inner&ramp O over Rahway River in Union County, New Jersey. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 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 87,989 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 107,363 by 2043. The structure is 109 ft (33.2 m) long and 64 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 78 WB Inner&ramp O over Rahway River built?
It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.
What condition is 78 WB Inner&ramp O 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does 78 WB Inner&ramp O over Rahway River carry?
About 87,989 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is 78 WB Inner&ramp O over Rahway River?
The structure is 109 ft (33.2 m) long with a longest span of 35 ft (10.7 m) and a deck 64 ft wide.
Who owns 78 WB Inner&ramp O over Rahway River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.