Meirs Road over Lahaway Creek

Poor Condition126 years old350 vehicles/day

Location

StateNew Jersey
CountyMonmouth
Location0.2 Mi. N.w. RTE 537
CarriesMeirs Road
CrossesLahaway Creek
Coordinates40.11748, -74.49337

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionPoor
Deck5 (Fair)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure4 (Poor)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialWood or Timber
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length42.0 ft (12.8 m)
Max Span14.1 ft (4.3 m)
Deck Width16.1 ft (4.9 m)
Deck Area62.7 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1900 (reconstructed 1991)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic350 (2023)
Truck Traffic3%
Lanes On Bridge1

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection323
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number1300U26

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