Gaston Road Bridge Reopens Ahead of Schedule in Morris Township

Published on May 12, 2026

County-Funded Infrastructure Project Completed Within Budget

The County of Morris has fully reopened Gaston Road in Morris Township, after completing a county-funded bridge replacement project about three weeks ahead of schedule and within budget.

Construction on the Gaston Road Bridge, located about midway along Gaston Road, began on March 2, 2026, requiring closure of the road to through-traffic between Washington Valley Road and Sussex Turnpike.

“This project reflects Morris County’s continued commitment to investing in reliable infrastructure while minimizing disruptions to residents whenever possible,” said Morris County Commissioner Director Stephen Shaw. “Completing this bridge replacement ahead of schedule is a credit to the coordination between county engineers, our contractor and local officials, and we appreciate the patience of residents and motorists throughout construction.”

The new bridge features a four-sided precast concrete culvert with stone-faced walls and a white picket-style railing designed to complement the surrounding area. The roadway width across the structure has been expanded to 26 feet, providing two 13-foot travel lanes to improve traffic flow and safety. The project replaced an aging concrete slab bridge spanning a tributary of the Whippany River that had deteriorated despite multiple repairs, making full replacement the most practical and cost-effective solution.

Gaston Road, a one-mile roadway connecting Sussex Turnpike and Washington Valley Road in Morris Township, serves as an important local connector for residents and motorists traveling through the area.

The project was completed by CMS Construction, Inc. of Plainfield, N.J., within the county-funded project budget of $641,487.

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