US Bridges

Njtpk Nsi-Sni Rwys over Morses Creek

Fair

Union County, New Jersey · 2.2 MI N Rahway River · Structure no. M098480

Built
1950
75 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
184 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
134,112
2023 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

Njtpk Nsi-Sni Rwys over Morses Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Njtpk Nsi-Sni Rwys over Morses Creek in Union County, New Jersey. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 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 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 134,112 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 167,655 by 2043. The structure is 184 ft (56.1 m) long and 118 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesNjtpk Nsi-Sni Rwys
CrossesMorses Creek
Location2.2 MI N Rahway River
RouteInterstate 95
CountyUnion County
StateNew Jersey
Coordinates40.62873, -74.21365
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

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.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating39.2 US tons
Inventory rating30 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length184 ft (56.1 m)
Longest span83 ft (25.3 m)
Deck width118 ft (36 m)
Roadway width114 ft (34.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic134,112 (2023)
Projected traffic167,655 by 2043
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a toll road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Toll Authority
Maintained byState Toll Authority
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 Njtpk Nsi-Sni Rwys over Morses Creek built?

It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.

What condition is Njtpk Nsi-Sni Rwys over Morses Creek 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 2023.

How much traffic does Njtpk Nsi-Sni Rwys over Morses Creek carry?

About 134,112 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Njtpk Nsi-Sni Rwys over Morses Creek?

The structure is 184 ft (56.1 m) long with a longest span of 83 ft (25.3 m) and a deck 118 ft wide.

Who owns Njtpk Nsi-Sni Rwys over Morses Creek?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.