US Route 7 over Norwalk River

Fair Condition68 years old14,800 vehicles/day

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyFairfield
Location0.6 M South Of Rte. 35
CarriesUS Route 7
CrossesNorwalk River
Coordinates41.31342, -73.47182

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length37.7 ft (11.5 m)
Max Span32.8 ft (10 m)
Deck Width45.6 ft (13.9 m)
Deck Area159.8 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1958

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic14,800 (2020)
Truck Traffic6%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection123
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number00538

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