Route 8 over Abandoned Railroad

Fair Condition75 years old73,900 vehicles/day

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyNew Haven
Location0.4 Mi N Of Route 34
CarriesRoute 8
CrossesAbandoned Railroad
Coordinates41.32469, -73.08510

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck5 (Fair)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure7 (Good)
Scour CriticalNot applicable

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length61.0 ft (18.6 m)
Max Span55.1 ft (16.8 m)
Deck Width112.5 ft (34.3 m)
Deck Area638.0 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1951 (reconstructed 1985)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic73,900 (2018)
Truck Traffic5%
Lanes On Bridge6

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection924
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number00574

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