I-78 over Conrail RR (abandoned)
GoodUnion County, New Jersey · 0.25 MI East of Gsp JCT · Structure no. 2011165
- Built
- 1976
- 49 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Frame
- Concrete
- Length
- 30 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 188,000
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I-78 over Conrail RR (abandoned) is a concrete frame carrying I-78 over Conrail RR (abandoned) in Union County, New Jersey. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 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 good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 188,000 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 225,600 by 2043. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long and 194 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I-78 over Conrail RR (abandoned) built?
It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.
What condition is I-78 over Conrail RR (abandoned) in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in June 2023.
How much traffic does I-78 over Conrail RR (abandoned) carry?
About 188,000 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is I-78 over Conrail RR (abandoned)?
The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.4 m) and a deck 194 ft wide.
Who owns I-78 over Conrail RR (abandoned)?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.