Route 159 EB over Passaic River

Fair Condition45 years old2,800 vehicles/day

Location

StateNew Jersey
CountyMorris
Location0.33 E Of RT US 46 Jct
CarriesRoute 159 EB
CrossesPassaic River
Coordinates40.85852, -74.31979

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure5 (Fair)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length226.0 ft (68.9 m)
Max Span55.1 ft (16.8 m)
Deck Width37.1 ft (11.3 m)
Deck Area778.6 sq m
Main Spans4
Year Built1981

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic2,800 (2023)
Truck Traffic4%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection523
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number1430152

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