CR 563 over Beach Thorofare

Fair Condition97 years old6,726 vehicles/day

Location

StateNew Jersey
CountyAtlantic
Location3.57 Miles SE Of Rt9
CarriesCR 563
CrossesBeach Thorofare
Coordinates39.33760, -74.51488

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure5 (Fair)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical7 — Countermeasures installed

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignMovable - Bascule
Total Length554.1 ft (168.9 m)
Max Span80.1 ft (24.4 m)
Deck Width28.9 ft (8.8 m)
Deck Area1486.3 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1929

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic6,726 (2024)
Truck Traffic4%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection224
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerPrivate
Historical SignificanceBridge is eligible for the National Register
Structure Number4700001

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