US Bridges

Njtpk Nso Roadway over Bayway Utilities

Good

Union County, New Jersey · 2.75 MI N Rahway River · Structure no. M09859S

Built
1950
75 years old, rebuilt 1993
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
57 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
52,580
2023 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

Njtpk Nso Roadway over Bayway Utilities is a concrete culvert carrying Njtpk Nso Roadway over Bayway Utilities in Union County, New Jersey. It was built in 1950 and reconstructed in 1993, 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 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 52,580 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 64,158 by 2043. The structure is 57 ft (17.4 m) long and 64 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesNjtpk Nso Roadway
CrossesBayway Utilities
Location2.75 MI N Rahway River
RouteInterstate 95
Coordinates40.63041, -74.213
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

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 inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating90.4 US tons
Inventory rating69.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length57 ft (17.4 m)
Longest span57 ft (17.4 m)
Deck width64 ft (19.4 m)
Roadway width56 ft (17.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic52,580 (2023)
Projected traffic64,158 by 2043
Trucks23%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-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 Njtpk Nso Roadway over Bayway Utilities built?

It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1993.

What condition is Njtpk Nso Roadway over Bayway Utilities 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does Njtpk Nso Roadway over Bayway Utilities carry?

About 52,580 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.

How long is Njtpk Nso Roadway over Bayway Utilities?

The structure is 57 ft (17.4 m) long with a longest span of 57 ft (17.4 m) and a deck 64 ft wide.

Who owns Njtpk Nso Roadway over Bayway Utilities?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.