US Bridges

Shurts RD over Trib Musconetcong River

Good

Warren County, New Jersey · 0.4 MI So of CR 632 JCT · Structure no. 2100581

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Aluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
Length
41 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,255
2023 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Shurts RD over Trib Musconetcong River is a aluminum, wrought iron, or cast iron culvert carrying Shurts RD over Trib Musconetcong River in Warren County, New Jersey. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 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 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 1,255 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,531 by 2043. The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesShurts RD
CrossesTrib Musconetcong River
Location0.4 MI So of CR 632 JCT
RouteCity Street 0
Coordinates40.71029, -74.99001
Functional classRural Minor Collector

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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating75 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialAluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length41 ft (12.5 m)
Longest span41 ft (12.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,255 (2023)
Projected traffic1,531 by 2043
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
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 Shurts RD over Trib Musconetcong River built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is Shurts RD over Trib Musconetcong River 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does Shurts RD over Trib Musconetcong River carry?

About 1,255 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Shurts RD over Trib Musconetcong River?

The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long with a longest span of 41 ft (12.5 m).

Who owns Shurts RD over Trib Musconetcong River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.