Prospect Avenue over Route 8

Fair Condition76 years old5,463 vehicles/day

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyFairfield
Location0.1 Mi S Of Route 110
CarriesProspect Avenue
CrossesRoute 8
Coordinates41.31163, -73.09095

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure5 (Fair)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Scour CriticalNot applicable

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length88.9 ft (27.1 m)
Max Span84.0 ft (25.6 m)
Deck Width52.8 ft (16.1 m)
Deck Area436.3 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1950 (reconstructed 1991)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic5,463 (2023)
Truck Traffic4%
Lanes On Bridge2
Lanes Under Bridge4

Inspection & Ownership

Last InspectionNovember 2023
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number00569

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