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Union County, NJ · Structure #2011165

I-78

I-78 in 0.25 MI East Of Gsp JCT, Union County, New Jersey received a condition grade of C (52/100). Built in 1976, the bridge carries 188K vehicles daily on I-78 over Conrail RR (Abandoned). It is classified as structurally deficient.

C
52/100
52
Condition Score
188K
Daily Traffic
1976
Year Built
9.1m
Length

Component Ratings

DeckSerious
0/9

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

SuperstructureGood
7/9

Beams, girders, and trusses that support the deck

SubstructureGood
7/9

Piers, abutments, and foundations below the deck

Bridge Details

Road
I-78
Crosses Over
Conrail RR (Abandoned)
State
New Jersey
County
Union County
Location
0.25 MI East Of Gsp JCT
Year Built
1976
Age
50 years
Daily Traffic
188,000
Lanes
10
Length
9.1 meters
Owner
State Highway Agency
Structure Number
2011165

About This Bridge

I-78 is a 50-year-old bridge located 0.25 MI East Of Gsp JCT in Union County, New Jersey. The bridge carries I-78 over Conrail RR (Abandoned) with 10 traffic lanes, handling approximately 188K vehicles per day. Built in 1976, the structure spans 9.1 meters.

The bridge received a Condition Grade of C (52/100) based on Federal Highway Administration inspection data. Its deck is rated 0/9 (serious), superstructure 7/9 (good), and substructure 7/9 (good). 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

0.25 MI East Of Gsp JCT, Union County, New Jersey

40.704911, -74.239639

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Frequently Asked Questions

I-78 has a Condition Score of 52/100 (Grade C). Its deck is rated 0/9, superstructure 7/9, and substructure 7/9 on the NBI scale. The bridge is 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 188K vehicles per day (average daily traffic). The bridge has 10 traffic lanes. It is 9.1 meters long and located on I-78 in 0.25 MI East Of Gsp JCT, Union County, New Jersey.

Yes, I-78 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.

I-78 is located 0.25 MI East Of Gsp JCT in Union County, New Jersey. The bridge carries I-78 over Conrail RR (Abandoned). Its coordinates are 40.704911, -74.239639. It is maintained by State Highway Agency.

I-78 carries I-78 over Conrail RR (Abandoned). The bridge is 9.1 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.