Frequently Asked Questions
Most of the timber bulkhead which retains the roadway fill in front of the bridge abutments is deteriorating and exhibits severe section loss and in places is visibly compromised. Due to its age, many of the load bearing piles and their cross bracing have severe timber rot and section loss. The structure has been rated in Fair Condition. Ongoing maintenance is required to retard further deterioration.
- Concept Development: Completed Summer 2020
- Begin Preliminary Engineering: May 2022
- Complete Geotechnical Boring Program: Winter 2023
- Complete Preliminary Engineering: Fall 2023
- Complete Final Design: Fall 2025
- Construction: Spring 2026-Spring 2028 (No lane closings during summer months)
The existing structure is an all-timber bridge with a timber substructure (load bearing piles and timber bulkhead) that was originally constructed in the 1950s. Its existing timber superstructure (timber deck boards, pile caps, and railings) were replaced in 1985. Most of the timber bulkhead which retains the roadway fill in front of the bridge abutments is deteriorating and exhibits severe section loss and in places is visibly compromised. Due to its age, many of the load bearing piles and their cross bracing have severe timber rot and section loss. The structure has been rated in Fair Condition.
Due to its age, many of the load bearing piles and their cross bracing have severe timber rot and section loss. The structure has been rated in Poor Condition due to the condition of the substructure.
Sidewalks will be provided on both sides of the bridge. A five-foot shoulder will be provided to accommodate bicycles on the roadway.
The cost of the Local Preliminary Engineering study is funded with federal dollars. The cost of the construction, including contingencies and escalation is estimated to be $14.8 million.
Federally funded projects require environmental screening that follows the National Environmental Policy Act process (NEPA) to establish existing socioeconomic and environmental conditions and weigh the potential impacts that may be caused by the range of alternatives under consideration. Federal and state regulations require a careful assessment of potential environmental impacts and identification of mitigation or avoidance strategies that may be considered. Environmental resources include air, noise, hazardous or contaminated sites, parks, wetlands, water resources, ecological resources, threatened and endangered species, social and economic impacts, and cultural resources such as historic structures and facilities.
The study team is committed to keeping the public informed throughout the Chadwick Beach Island Bridge LCPD Process. Our aim is to keep you up to date on the project and respond to your questions and concerns. You can stay up to date on project developments by visiting this website and reviewing the meeting minutes and meeting presentations.
We encourage community members to voice their concerns and contribute suggestions. For questions or comments, contact the engineer at OCEngineering@co.ocean.nj.us.
