Alexander Road over Delaware & Raritan Canal

Good Condition78 years old12,903 vehicles/day

Location

StateNew Jersey
CountyMercer
Location3/4 Mi W Of Rts 1&571 Jct
CarriesAlexander Road
CrossesDelaware & Raritan Canal
Coordinates40.33171, -74.65232

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionGood
Deck9 (Excellent)
Superstructure8 (Very Good)
Substructure8 (Very Good)
Channel/Waterway9 (Excellent)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialWood or Timber
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length47.9 ft (14.6 m)
Max Span16.1 ft (4.9 m)
Deck Width43.6 ft (13.3 m)
Deck Area194.2 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1948 (reconstructed 2020)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic12,903 (2022)
Truck Traffic4%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection424
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerOther State Agencies
Historical SignificanceHistorical significance is not determined
Structure Number3000155

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