Seymour Avenue over Route 8

Fair Condition74 years old5,700 vehicles/day

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyNew Haven
Location0.9 Mi N Of Route 34
CarriesSeymour Avenue
CrossesRoute 8
Coordinates41.33027, -73.08934

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck5 (Fair)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Scour CriticalNot applicable

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length134.8 ft (41.1 m)
Max Span63.0 ft (19.2 m)
Deck Width58.7 ft (17.9 m)
Deck Area735.7 sq m
Main Spans2
Year Built1952 (reconstructed 1991)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic5,700 (2022)
Truck Traffic5%
Lanes On Bridge2
Lanes Under Bridge4

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection324
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number00576

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