FHWA NBI 2024 Inspection record Public-domain dataset

SANDTOWN ROAD

Carrying SANDTOWN ROAD over LITTLE CREEK

0.5 MI.E.OF EAYRESTOWN RD, Burlington, New Jersey

Data updated May 2026

FHWA NBI record, refreshed with each annual release.

Poor
26 t Inventory load rating

Bridge Snapshot: SANDTOWN ROAD

The SANDTOWN ROAD bridge in Burlington, New Jersey carries SANDTOWN ROAD over LITTLE CREEK. It was built in 1932, making it 94 years old today. It was last reconstructed in 1986, extending its service life. The structure is built primarily of wood or timber and spans 3 sections, stretching 14.0 meters (46 feet) end to end. Daily traffic averages 85 vehicles, placing it in the lower-traffic tier of New Jersey bridges. It is owned and maintained by County Highway Agency.

The latest FHWA inspection records show a deck rating of 5/9, superstructure at 6/9, substructure at 4/9. The weakest component sits in poor condition. A component scored 4 or below, placing this bridge in the federal Poor condition category rather than declaring it unsafe or closed. Its NBI inventory load rating is 26.3 metric tons.

Sourced from the FHWA National Bridge Inventory. See our methodology for refresh cadence and NBI release vintage.

How SANDTOWN ROAD compares

▼ 17.5
Load rating vs New Jersey average (43.8 t)
Bottom 17%
Lower load rating than 83% of New Jersey bridges
356
Bridges in Burlington · 32 in Poor condition
SANDTOWN ROAD 26.3 t
New Jersey average 43.8 t

Live comparison across New Jersey.

Historical Sufficiency Rating

PlainBridge-computed
63.1 / 100 - historical 50–79.9 band
Structural adequacy /55
25.1
Serviceability /30
26.0
Essentiality /15
15.0
Special reductions
−3.0

FHWA discontinued this calculated item; it does not determine current condition, funding eligibility, posting, or closure. How the historical reference is calculated.

Condition Ratings

Deck
5/9
Fair (5–6)
Superstructure
6/9
Fair (5–6)
Substructure
4/9
Poor (1–4)
Inventory Load Rating
26.3 t
NBI inventory level (metric tons)
Overall Condition
Poor

Full 0–9 scale + sufficiency-rating breakdown: how condition ratings work.

Structural Details

Year Built
1932
Last Reconstructed
1986
Material
Wood or Timber
Number of Spans
3
Structure Length
14.0 m (46 ft)
Deck Width
7.3 m (24 ft)
Owner
County Highway Agency
Avg Daily Traffic
85 vehicles/day
Structure Number
03D5780

Condition Analysis

  • At 5/9, the deck (driving surface) shows fair condition, with minor wear flagged for upkeep.
  • The superstructure (beams and supports above the deck) is in fair condition (6/9), with minor deterioration that may require routine maintenance.
  • The substructure (piers and abutments) is in poor condition (4/9), showing advanced deterioration that may require priority repair.

How to read this record

SANDTOWN ROAD is in the federal Poor condition category. That is a component-based result, not a closure order.

  • NBI condition ratings reflect the latest record in this annual dataset, not a live status. Current routine inspection intervals are risk-based.
  • Understand what Poor condition does and does not mean before drawing conclusions. Poor condition explained
  • Compare SANDTOWN ROAD against other structures in Burlington and across New Jersey. New Jersey bridges
  • Noticed visible damage or a safety concern? Report it to the agency that owns the bridge, or call 911 in an emergency. How to report a bridge

Condition codes come straight from the FHWA National Bridge Inventory and are not a real-time safety judgment. Only the owning agency, a state DOT, county, or other owner, can post, restrict, or close a bridge.

Frequently Asked Questions

What do the condition ratings mean for SANDTOWN ROAD?

SANDTOWN ROAD in Burlington, New Jersey has a deck rating of 5/9, superstructure rating of 6/9, and substructure rating of 4/9 on the FHWA's 0–9 scale.

How often is SANDTOWN ROAD inspected?

SANDTOWN ROAD's responsible agency sets its routine interval under FHWA's risk-based inspection rules; this page does not expose the scheduled interval. It carries about 85 vehicles per day.

What does “structurally deficient” mean in older bridge reports?

FHWA retired that reported status beginning with the 2018 archive. SANDTOWN ROAD is currently shown as Poor condition from its component ratings; that category is not a live closure or safety decision.

What is the inventory load rating for SANDTOWN ROAD?

SANDTOWN ROAD has an NBI inventory load rating of 26.3 metric tons.

Who is responsible for maintaining SANDTOWN ROAD?

SANDTOWN ROAD is owned and maintained by County Highway Agency.

How old is SANDTOWN ROAD and does age affect safety?

SANDTOWN ROAD was built in 1932, making it 94 years old and last reconstructed in 1986.

Disclaimer: Bridge condition data is from the FHWA NBI and reflects the last reported inspection. A Poor condition rating is not a live declaration that a bridge is closed or unsafe for travel. For current closure, posting, or safety information, contact the responsible transportation agency.

Data sourced from the Federal Highway Administration National Bridge Inventory. See our methodology for details. Retrieved and formatted by PlainBridges

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