N.J. Stat. § 32:8-22: Powers of commission

For the purposes of the location, construction, management, operation, maintenance, betterment or replacement of any bridges now existing or to be constructed within its jurisdiction and control, the commission is granted the power and authority to enter upon, use, overpass, occupy, enlarge, construct, improve or close any easement, street, road or highway located within the limits of, or to use, occupy or take property, now or hereafter vested in or held by any county or municipality.

L. 1985, c. 342, s. 6, eff. Oct. 21, 1985, operative Oct. 21, 1985.