Ocean Ave. (cr 18) over Shark River

Fair Condition90 years old3,765 vehicles/day

Location

StateNew Jersey
CountyMonmouth
Location0.4 Mi. North Fifth Ave.
CarriesOcean Ave. (cr 18)
CrossesShark River
Coordinates40.18704, -74.01017

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck5 (Fair)
Superstructure5 (Fair)
Substructure5 (Fair)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical7 — Countermeasures installed

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignMovable - Bascule
Total Length338.9 ft (103.3 m)
Max Span111.9 ft (34.1 m)
Deck Width57.1 ft (17.4 m)
Deck Area1797.4 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1936 (reconstructed 1988)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic3,765 (2023)
Truck Traffic3%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection623
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number1300W43

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