Hudson County Bridge Report Card
Hudson County scores 76 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Hudson County, New Jersey
Hudson County has 201 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 13 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 6.5% is above the 5.8% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 569,368 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Hudson County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 76/100 (C). The county has 201 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 13 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 569,368 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 | 6.5% | 12.9 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 7.7% of measured traffic | 5.7 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 60 years vs 48 nationally | 4.9 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 7,432,215 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 | 6.5% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 5.8% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 60 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 569,368 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Hudson County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nj495eb &rmps B J over Nj 3 EB & US 1 Ramp | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 152,276 | 1951 |
| US 1&9 over Hcksck & Pssc Rvrs Rds | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 88,138 | 1932 |
| Us1+9t over Hackensack River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 87,045 | 1954 |
| Nj 139 over Conrail (aban Eirie-lac) | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 78,626 | 1927 |
| Baldwin Avenue over Conrail & Path | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 38,705 | 1917 |
| RT 501 (jfk Blvd) over Nj 139 | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 26,769 | 1926 |
| Njrt 3eb&s.svc. RD over RT 495 Ramp J | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 22,070 | 1963 |
| Meadowlands PKWY over Secaucus RD Rr & Stream | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 16,720 | 1973 |
| Central AVE CR 659 over Route US 1&9t | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 16,539 | 1938 |
| Paterson Plank RD over Nj 3 | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 11,975 | 1952 |
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.