Five townships in northwest New Jersey among recipients of $44M in local bridge grants from Murphy administration
NEW JERSEY — The Murphy Administration has announced $44 million in Local Bridges Fund grants to support critical bridge repairs and upgrades across New Jersey, including projects in Hunterdon, and Morris counties.
The funding, distributed among 38 county bridge projects statewide, aims to maintain county-owned bridges in a state of good repair and relieve the burden on local taxpayers.
In Hunterdon County, projects are planned in Clinton Township, Franklin Township, East Amwell Township, and West Amwell Township. In Morris County, Montville Township will receive funding.
“To ensure New Jersey has a safe, modern, and efficient transportation system, we must continue to invest in local infrastructure,” said Gov. Phil Murphy. “The Local Bridges Fund provides counties with the necessary resources to make critical bridge improvements while taking the pressure off local property taxes.”
The program, administered by the New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT), allocates $1 million to each of New Jersey’s 21 counties, with additional funds distributed based on a formula that factors in total bridge deck area and the amount of bridge deck in poor condition.
“This program improves the reliability of our transportation network and demonstrates our commitment to improving the quality of life in New Jersey,” said NJDOT Commissioner Fran O’Connor. “By investing in structurally deficient bridges, we improve safety and ensure long-term durability.”
Since its inception in 2009, the Local Bridges Fund has supported improvements to more than 590 bridges statewide. The FY25 grants will support the repair, reconstruction, or replacement of bridges in the most critical need of attention.
The grants are managed by the NJDOT Division of Local Aid and Economic Development and are evaluated in partnership with the Division of Bridge Engineering and Infrastructure Management.
