US Bridges

Nj Tpk Rwys over Bayway Utilities

Fair

Union County, New Jersey · 2.75 MI N Rahway River · Structure no. M098590

Built
1950
75 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
40 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
105,157
2023 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

Nj Tpk Rwys over Bayway Utilities is a concrete culvert carrying Nj Tpk Rwys over Bayway Utilities 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 105,157 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 128,312 by 2043. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesNj Tpk Rwys
CrossesBayway Utilities
Location2.75 MI N Rahway River
RouteInterstate 95
CountyUnion County
StateNew Jersey
Coordinates40.63021, -74.21267
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
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating52.9 US tons
Inventory rating40.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length40 ft (12.2 m)
Longest span40 ft (12.2 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic105,157 (2023)
Projected traffic128,312 by 2043
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesOther
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 Nj Tpk Rwys over Bayway Utilities built?

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

What condition is Nj Tpk Rwys over Bayway Utilities 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does Nj Tpk Rwys over Bayway Utilities carry?

About 105,157 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Nj Tpk Rwys over Bayway Utilities?

The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m).

Who owns Nj Tpk Rwys over Bayway Utilities?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.