Route 8 over SR 709 South Main Street

Fair Condition66 years old42,700 vehicles/day

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyNew Haven
LocationAt Exit 26 Route 8 Sb.
CarriesRoute 8
CrossesSR 709 South Main Street
Coordinates41.48721, -73.05173

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Scour CriticalNot applicable

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length126.0 ft (38.4 m)
Max Span107.9 ft (32.9 m)
Deck Width105.0 ft (32 m)
Deck Area1228.8 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1960 (reconstructed 1991)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic42,700 (2021)
Truck Traffic6%
Lanes On Bridge5
Lanes Under Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection423
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number00591

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