John Basilone Veterans Memorial Bridge

The John Basilone Veterans Memorial Bridge spans the Raritan River between Raritan and Hillsborough with a steel structure and concrete deck. It serves as a major transportation link connecting various communities in Somerset County.

The bridge was completed in 2005 and replaced an earlier single-lane crossing from 1886. The new construction significantly improved transportation connections between communities in the area.

The bridge carries the name of John Basilone, a local war hero whose memory remains important to the community. It stands as a memorial to his service and sacrifice during wartime.

The bridge features a pedestrian tunnel beneath its northern approach that connects to the Raritan River Greenway trail. This pathway allows walkers and cyclists to cross the river safely without using the vehicle roadway.

The original 1886 bridge was not demolished but instead preserved and converted for pedestrian use. Visitors can see and walk on the historic structure while the new span handles modern traffic.

Location: New Jersey

GPS coordinates: 40.56470,-74.63680

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:41