What is the condition of I-78 EASTBOUND?

I-78 EASTBOUND is currently rated in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 on the 0-9 federal scale.

How old is I-78 EASTBOUND?

I-78 EASTBOUND was built in 1963, making it 63 years old.

Where is I-78 EASTBOUND located?

I-78 EASTBOUND is located in 0.3 Mi West of I-287 JCT, Somerset County, New Jersey.

I-78 EASTBOUND

over I-78 RAMP "A"

0.3 Mi West of I-287 JCT, Somerset County, New Jersey

Condition

Poor

Year Built

1963

Daily Traffic

58,865

Length

166 ft

About This Bridge

I-78 EASTBOUND carries traffic over I-78 RAMP "A" in Somerset County, New Jersey. Built in 1963, this structure is 63 years old. The bridge features steel construction with a stringer/multi-beam or girder design.

The bridge is currently rated in poor condition based on federal inspection criteria. Its lowest component rating is 4 on the 0-9 federal scale. It is classified as structurally deficient, meaning one or more components have received a rating of 4 or below. This designation indicates significant deterioration that warrants attention, though the bridge remains safe for travel within its posted limits.

Condition Summary

Structurally Deficient

This bridge has one or more component ratings of 4 or below, indicating significant deterioration that requires attention. The bridge remains safe for travel but may have load restrictions.

Lowest Rating

Determines condition category

NBI condition ratings range from 0 (failed) to 9 (excellent). The overall condition category is determined by the lowest individual component rating.

Bridge Details

Construction

Year Built1963

MaterialSteel

Design TypeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder

Dimensions

Total Length166 ft

Max Span—

Limited Detail Available

This is a shorter bridge (166 ft). Detailed component-level inspection data, load ratings, traffic projections, and historical trend analysis are available for bridges 50 feet and longer. Basic condition and identification data is shown above from the National Bridge Inventory.

Location

Loading map...

41.591111, -74.766111

Identification

NBI IDNJ-1817150

StateNew Jersey

County FIPS035

Explore More

All New Jersey Bridges

View statewide bridge data

Worst Bridges in New Jersey

See the lowest-rated bridges

National Overview

Compare all 50 states

Data Source: Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) National Bridge Inventory 2024

Bridge inspection data is typically updated every 24 months. Conditions may have changed since the last inspection.

“Structurally deficient” does not mean a bridge is unsafe or likely to collapse. It indicates that one or more key structural elements are in poor or worse condition. Bridges are inspected regularly and may have load restrictions in place.

This data is for informational purposes only and should not be used for route clearance or vehicle weight decisions.