Nj 162 over Cape May Canal

Fair Condition55 years old16,050 vehicles/day

Location

StateNew Jersey
CountyCape May
Location0.5 Mi South Of US 9
CarriesNj 162
CrossesCape May Canal
Coordinates38.96098, -74.92259

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure5 (Fair)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical4 — Foundations need monitoring

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length483.9 ft (147.5 m)
Max Span118.1 ft (36 m)
Deck Width53.8 ft (16.4 m)
Deck Area2,419 sq m
Main Spans5
Year Built1971

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic16,050 (2023)
Truck Traffic4%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection723
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number0513150

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