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Gloucester County, NJ · Structure #0804152

ROUTE NJ 42

ROUTE NJ 42 in 0.65 MI S Of 42-Njtpk JCT, Gloucester County, New Jersey received a condition grade of F (0/100). Built in 1956, the bridge carries 155K vehicles daily on ROUTE NJ 42 over Almonesson Creek. It is classified as structurally deficient.

F
0/100
0
Condition Score
155K
Daily Traffic
1956
Year Built
6.7m
Length

Component Ratings

DeckSerious
0/9

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

SuperstructureSerious
0/9

Beams, girders, and trusses that support the deck

SubstructureSerious
0/9

Piers, abutments, and foundations below the deck

Bridge Details

Road
ROUTE NJ 42
Crosses Over
Almonesson Creek
State
New Jersey
County
Gloucester County
Location
0.65 MI S Of 42-Njtpk JCT
Year Built
1956
Age
70 years
Daily Traffic
155,415
Lanes
7
Length
6.7 meters
Owner
State Highway Agency
Structure Number
0804152

About This Bridge

ROUTE NJ 42 is a 70-year-old bridge located 0.65 MI S Of 42-Njtpk JCT in Gloucester County, New Jersey. The bridge carries ROUTE NJ 42 over Almonesson Creek with 7 traffic lanes, handling approximately 155K vehicles per day. Built in 1956, the structure spans 6.7 meters.

The bridge received a Condition Grade of F (0/100) based on Federal Highway Administration inspection data. Its deck is rated 0/9 (serious), superstructure 0/9 (serious), and substructure 0/9 (serious). The bridge is classified as structurally deficient, meaning at least one major component is rated 4 or below — this signals a need for repair or replacement but does not necessarily indicate an immediate safety hazard.

This bridge is owned and maintained by State Highway Agency.

Location Map

0.65 MI S Of 42-Njtpk JCT, Gloucester County, New Jersey

39.846669, -75.095000

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Frequently Asked Questions

ROUTE NJ 42 has a Condition Score of 0/100 (Grade F). Its deck is rated 0/9, superstructure 0/9, and substructure 0/9 on the NBI scale. The bridge is classified as structurally deficient.

ROUTE NJ 42 was built in 1956, making it 70 years old. The average bridge age in the United States is 48 years.

ROUTE NJ 42 carries approximately 155K vehicles per day (average daily traffic). The bridge has 7 traffic lanes. It is 6.7 meters long and located on ROUTE NJ 42 in 0.65 MI S Of 42-Njtpk JCT, Gloucester County, New Jersey.

Yes, ROUTE NJ 42 is classified as structurally deficient because at least one of its primary components (deck, superstructure, or substructure) is rated 4 or below on the 0-9 NBI scale. This does not necessarily mean it is unsafe, but it requires significant repair or replacement.

ROUTE NJ 42 is located 0.65 MI S Of 42-Njtpk JCT in Gloucester County, New Jersey. The bridge carries ROUTE NJ 42 over Almonesson Creek. Its coordinates are 39.846669, -75.095000. It is maintained by State Highway Agency.

ROUTE NJ 42 carries ROUTE NJ 42 over Almonesson Creek. The bridge is 6.7 meters long and was built in 1956.

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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.