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Background

The Paterson Plank Road Bridge over Route 3 at MP 10.04 was constructed in 1952 and serves as a part of the interchange between Paterson Plank Road and Route 3, making connections with several on-ramps and off-ramps. While the existing bridge is still capable of safely carrying traffic, it is reaching the end of its usable life and is currently classified as structurally deficient. The existing bridge also possesses several functional deficiencies including substandard vertical clearance over Route 3, which was evidenced by a severe vehicular collision to the underside of the bridge in 2015 which required major repairs. The primary project purpose is to replace the bridge to remove the structural functional deficiencies, creating a safer operation at the Paterson Plank Road and Route 3 interchange.

Project Overview

The bridge is located on Paterson Plank Road (County Route 681) in Secaucus, Hudson County and spans Route 3 at milepost 10.04. The project limits extend from the west at Daffy’s Way to the east at Park Plaza Drive.

The new bridge will be constructed primarily in an off-line location to the north of the existing bridge to minimize the effects on traffic along the Paterson Plank Road corridor during construction. Once construction of the new bridge is complete, Paterson Plank Road within the project limits and the connecting ramps will be re-aligned to meet the new northern location of the bridge.

Environmental Resources Information

The environmental screening and studies were conducted to identify the natural resources and cultural/historic resources within the project area. The documentation and permits will be completed as required in coordination with the Federal and State agencies during this phase of the project.

Estimated Schedule

·   Submission Final Design Plans....................... Fall 2026

·   Start Construction (anticipated)*.............. Spring 2027

·   Complete Construction (anticipated)*........... Fall 2029

                                           *Contingent upon funding availability