US Bridges

Elm ST & Orchrd ST over Stream 10-7-15

Good

Union County, New Jersey · 0.30 MI NW of Nj 28 · Structure no. 2020007

Built
2019
6 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
3,948
2024 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Elm ST & Orchrd ST over Stream 10-7-15 is a concrete culvert carrying Elm ST & Orchrd ST over Stream 10-7-15 in Union County, New Jersey. It was built in 2019, so it is 6 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 3,948 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,817 by 2044. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesElm ST & Orchrd ST
CrossesStream 10-7-15
Location0.30 MI NW of Nj 28
RouteCity Street 0
Coordinates40.65333, -74.35083
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating72.5 US tons
Inventory rating55.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length26 ft (7.9 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,948 (2024)
Projected traffic4,817 by 2044
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Elm ST & Orchrd ST over Stream 10-7-15 built?

It was built in 2019, making it 6 years old in 2025.

What condition is Elm ST & Orchrd ST over Stream 10-7-15 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does Elm ST & Orchrd ST over Stream 10-7-15 carry?

About 3,948 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Elm ST & Orchrd ST over Stream 10-7-15?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns Elm ST & Orchrd ST over Stream 10-7-15?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.