Cumberland County Bridge Report Card
Cumberland County scores 71 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Cumberland County, New Jersey
Cumberland County has 102 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 5 rated poor and 5 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 4.9% is at or below the 5.8% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 83,608 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Cumberland County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 71/100 (C). The county has 102 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 5 in poor condition and 5 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 83,608 daily vehicle crossings. Poor condition does not mean unsafe; bridges judged unsafe are closed or restricted by transportation agencies.
How the Score Breaks Down
| Factor | Weight | County Value | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poor-condition bridge share | 40 | 4.9% | 9.8 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 8.6% of measured traffic | 6.5 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 4.9% | 9.8 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 56 years vs 48 nationally | 3.3 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 969,127 measured daily crossings | 0.0 |
Score = 100 minus weighted penalties. The score is a comparative research signal, not an official safety rating. Read the full methodology.
County Comparisons
| County Poor-Condition Share | 4.9% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 5.8% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 4.9% |
| Average Bridge Age | 56 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 83,608 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Cumberland County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nj 55 NB over Oak Road (cr 681) | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 25,321 | 1972 |
| Nj 55 SB over Oak Road (cr 681) | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 22,026 | 1972 |
| Nj 49-main Street over Maurice River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 21,571 | 1971 |
| RT 555-southmainrd over Nj 55 | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 12,440 | 1968 |
| Nj 47 over Manantico Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 2,250 | 1925 |
| Nj 47 over Manumuskin River | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 19,874 | 1930 |
| Nj 47-delsea Drive over Muskee Creek | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 19,874 | 1987 |
| CR 674 (garden Rd) over Maurice River | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 12,950 | 1970 |
| Nj49-e.main Street over Manantico Creek | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 8,007 | 1929 |
| Bayview Road over Division Gut | Scour-critical foundation rating | Fair | 21 | 1930 |
Important safety note
Poor condition does not mean a bridge is unsafe. It means at least one major component has significant deterioration and the bridge is a priority for maintenance, repair, or replacement. Bridges judged unsafe are closed or restricted by transportation agencies.