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Essex County, NJ · Structure #0723162

I-78

I-78 in 2.5 MI West Of Njtpk JCT, Essex County, New Jersey received a condition grade of B (70/100). Built in 1976, the bridge carries 161K vehicles daily on I-78 over Elizabeth Av Ramps NE&Wn.

B
70/100
70
Condition Score
161K
Daily Traffic
1976
Year Built
199.9m
Length

Component Ratings

DeckFair
6/9

The riding surface — evaluated for cracking, spalling, and wear

SuperstructureGood
7/9

Beams, girders, and trusses that support the deck

SubstructureFair
6/9

Piers, abutments, and foundations below the deck

Bridge Details

Road
I-78
Crosses Over
Elizabeth Av Ramps NE&Wn
State
New Jersey
County
Essex County
Location
2.5 MI West Of Njtpk JCT
Year Built
1976
Age
50 years
Daily Traffic
161,331
Lanes
4
Length
199.9 meters
Owner
State Highway Agency
Structure Number
0723162

About This Bridge

I-78 is a 50-year-old bridge located 2.5 MI West Of Njtpk JCT in Essex County, New Jersey. The bridge carries I-78 over Elizabeth Av Ramps NE&Wn with 4 traffic lanes, handling approximately 161K vehicles per day. Built in 1976, the structure spans 199.9 meters.

The bridge received a Condition Grade of B (70/100) based on Federal Highway Administration inspection data. Its deck is rated 6/9 (fair), superstructure 7/9 (good), and substructure 6/9 (fair).

This bridge is owned and maintained by State Highway Agency.

Location Map

2.5 MI West Of Njtpk JCT, Essex County, New Jersey

40.711431, -74.198131

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Frequently Asked Questions

I-78 has a Condition Score of 70/100 (Grade B). Its deck is rated 6/9, superstructure 7/9, and substructure 6/9 on the NBI scale. The bridge is not classified as structurally deficient.

I-78 was built in 1976, making it 50 years old. The average bridge age in the United States is 48 years.

I-78 carries approximately 161K vehicles per day (average daily traffic). The bridge has 4 traffic lanes. It is 199.9 meters long and located on I-78 in 2.5 MI West Of Njtpk JCT, Essex County, New Jersey.

No, I-78 is not classified as structurally deficient. All three primary components (deck, superstructure, and substructure) are rated above 4 on the 0-9 NBI scale.

I-78 is located 2.5 MI West Of Njtpk JCT in Essex County, New Jersey. The bridge carries I-78 over Elizabeth Av Ramps NE&Wn. Its coordinates are 40.711431, -74.198131. It is maintained by State Highway Agency.

I-78 carries I-78 over Elizabeth Av Ramps NE&Wn. The bridge is 199.9 meters long and was built in 1976.

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Condition Score is calculated from deck (33%), superstructure (33%), and substructure (34%) NBI ratings with an age penalty for bridges over 50 years.