I-78 over Elizabeth River

Fair Condition50 years old202,840 vehicles/day

Location

StateNew Jersey
CountyUnion
Location0.1 Mile West Of Gsp
CarriesI-78
CrossesElizabeth River
Coordinates40.70577, -74.24748

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length146.0 ft (44.5 m)
Max Span140.1 ft (42.7 m)
Deck Width246.4 ft (75.1 m)
Deck Area3341.9 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1976 (reconstructed 2010)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic202,840 (2024)
Truck Traffic9%
Lanes On Bridge13

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection424
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number2011159

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