US Bridges

US 22 over Lopatcong Creek

Fair

Warren County, New Jersey · 0.73 MI East of Nj 57 · Structure no. 2102154

Built
1938
87 years old, rebuilt 1954
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
41 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
32,531
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 22 over Lopatcong Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 22 over Lopatcong Creek in Warren County, New Jersey. It was built in 1938 and reconstructed in 1954, so it is 87 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 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 32,531 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 39,694 by 2043. The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 22
CrossesLopatcong Creek
Location0.73 MI East of Nj 57
RouteU.S. Route 22
CountyWarren County
StateNew Jersey
Coordinates40.69115, -75.1558
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length41 ft (12.5 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic32,531 (2023)
Projected traffic39,694 by 2043
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 22 over Lopatcong Creek built?

It was built in 1938, making it 87 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1954.

What condition is US 22 over Lopatcong Creek 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does US 22 over Lopatcong Creek carry?

About 32,531 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is US 22 over Lopatcong Creek?

The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns US 22 over Lopatcong Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.