Route 8 over SR 728 (derby Avenue)

Fair Condition65 years old53,800 vehicles/day

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyNew Haven
Location.1 Mi N Of Exit 21 RTE 8n
CarriesRoute 8
CrossesSR 728 (derby Avenue)
Coordinates41.38170, -73.07941

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Scour CriticalNot applicable

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length205.1 ft (62.5 m)
Max Span87.9 ft (26.8 m)
Deck Width83.7 ft (25.5 m)
Deck Area1593.8 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1961 (reconstructed 1989)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic53,800 (2021)
Truck Traffic9%
Lanes On Bridge4
Lanes Under Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection124
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number00585

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