US Bridges

Turnpike Nso over Elizabeth Avenue

Fair

Union County, New Jersey · .6 MI N Elizabeth River · Structure no. M10035S

Built
1968
57 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
162 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
57,038
2023 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

Turnpike Nso over Elizabeth Avenue is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Turnpike Nso over Elizabeth Avenue in Union County, New Jersey. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 57,038 vehicles a day, roughly 26% of them trucks, projected to reach 84,155 by 2043. The structure is 162 ft (49.4 m) long and 66 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesTurnpike Nso
CrossesElizabeth Avenue
Location.6 MI N Elizabeth River
RouteInterstate 95
CountyUnion County
StateNew Jersey
Coordinates40.65167, -74.19667
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.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating70 US tons
Inventory rating53.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length162 ft (49.4 m)
Longest span82 ft (25 m)
Deck width66 ft (20.1 m)
Roadway width62 ft (18.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic57,038 (2023)
Projected traffic84,155 by 2043
Trucks26%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
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 proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$30,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Turnpike Nso over Elizabeth Avenue built?

It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.

What condition is Turnpike Nso over Elizabeth Avenue 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does Turnpike Nso over Elizabeth Avenue carry?

About 57,038 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 26% are trucks.

How long is Turnpike Nso over Elizabeth Avenue?

The structure is 162 ft (49.4 m) long with a longest span of 82 ft (25 m) and a deck 66 ft wide.

Who owns Turnpike Nso over Elizabeth Avenue?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.