US 46 over Musconetcong River
GoodWarren County, New Jersey · 0.13 MI East of Nj 182 · Structure no. 2108162
- Built
- 1924
- 101 years old, rebuilt 2014
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 129 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 13,131
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 46 over Musconetcong River is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying US 46 over Musconetcong River in Warren County, New Jersey. It was built in 1924 and reconstructed in 2014, so it is 101 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 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 13,131 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,757 by 2043. The structure is 129 ft (39.3 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 Musconetcong River built?
It was built in 1924, making it 101 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2014.
What condition is US 46 over 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does US 46 over Musconetcong River carry?
About 13,131 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is US 46 over Musconetcong River?
The structure is 129 ft (39.3 m) long with a longest span of 61 ft (18.6 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns US 46 over Musconetcong River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.