US Bridges

Msl Av-Cr 509 Spur over Stream 10-35

Fair

Union County, New Jersey · 0.73 MI S of Nj 124 · Structure no. 2017033

Built
1926
99 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
49 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
8,792
2024 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Msl Av-Cr 509 Spur over Stream 10-35 is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Msl Av-Cr 509 Spur over Stream 10-35 in Union County, New Jersey. It was built in 1926, so it is 99 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 8,792 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,728 by 2044. The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long and 66 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesMsl Av-Cr 509 Spur
CrossesStream 10-35
Location0.73 MI S of Nj 124
RouteCounty Highway 577
Coordinates40.70055, -74.313
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.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating67 US tons
Inventory rating40 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length49 ft (14.9 m)
Longest span22 ft (6.7 m)
Deck width66 ft (20.2 m)
Roadway width46 ft (14 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,792 (2024)
Projected traffic10,728 by 2044
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Msl Av-Cr 509 Spur over Stream 10-35 built?

It was built in 1926, making it 99 years old in 2025.

What condition is Msl Av-Cr 509 Spur over Stream 10-35 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does Msl Av-Cr 509 Spur over Stream 10-35 carry?

About 8,792 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Msl Av-Cr 509 Spur over Stream 10-35?

The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.7 m) and a deck 66 ft wide.

Who owns Msl Av-Cr 509 Spur over Stream 10-35?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.