US 46 over Branch of Pequest River
FairWarren County, New Jersey · 0.16 MI East of Nj 31 JCT · Structure no. 2108151
- Built
- 1927
- 98 years old, rebuilt 1997
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 51 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 4,977
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 46 over Branch of Pequest River is a concrete slab carrying US 46 over Branch of Pequest River in Warren County, New Jersey. It was built in 1927 and reconstructed in 1997, so it is 98 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 4,977 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,073 by 2043. The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 46 over Branch of Pequest River built?
It was built in 1927, making it 98 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1997.
What condition is US 46 over Branch of Pequest River 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 US 46 over Branch of Pequest River carry?
About 4,977 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is US 46 over Branch of Pequest River?
The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long with a longest span of 47 ft (14.3 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns US 46 over Branch of Pequest River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.