US Bridges

Njtpk INT13 Rp Nit over Njtpk Nso Elizabeth Riv

Fair

Union County, New Jersey · 2 MI S Interchange 13 · Structure no. M09967A

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
747 ft
10 main spans
Daily traffic
11,900
2023 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

Njtpk INT13 Rp Nit over Njtpk Nso Elizabeth Riv is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Njtpk INT13 Rp Nit over Njtpk Nso Elizabeth Riv in Union County, New Jersey. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 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 11,900 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,870 by 2043. The structure is 747 ft (227.7 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesNjtpk INT13 Rp Nit
CrossesNjtpk Nso Elizabeth Riv
Location2 MI S Interchange 13
RouteInterstate 95
Coordinates40.64435, -74.20496
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourCountermeasures installed to correct a previously existing problem
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating29.3 US tons
Inventory rating22.8 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans10
Design loadHS 20
Structure length747 ft (227.7 m)
Longest span80 ft (24.4 m)
Deck width30 ft (9.1 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,900 (2023)
Projected traffic15,870 by 2043
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesOverpass structure at an interchange
CrossesHighway and waterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a toll road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate 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—
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was Njtpk INT13 Rp Nit over Njtpk Nso Elizabeth Riv built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is Njtpk INT13 Rp Nit over Njtpk Nso Elizabeth Riv 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does Njtpk INT13 Rp Nit over Njtpk Nso Elizabeth Riv carry?

About 11,900 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Njtpk INT13 Rp Nit over Njtpk Nso Elizabeth Riv?

The structure is 747 ft (227.7 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns Njtpk INT13 Rp Nit over Njtpk Nso Elizabeth Riv?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.