Route 53 over Saugatuck Reservoir
Poor Condition87 years old2,600 vehicles/day
Location
| State | Connecticut |
| County | Fairfield |
| Location | Jct RTE 53 & Newtown Tpk |
| Carries | Route 53 |
| Crosses | Saugatuck Reservoir |
| Coordinates | 41.28632, -73.38746 |
Condition Ratings
| Overall Condition | Poor |
| Deck | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Superstructure | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Substructure | 4 (Poor) |
| Channel/Waterway | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Scour Critical | 8 — Stable, low risk |
Physical Characteristics
| Material | Steel |
| Design | Stringer/Multi-beam |
| Total Length | 44.0 ft (13.4 m) |
| Max Span | 40.0 ft (12.2 m) |
| Deck Width | 34.1 ft (10.4 m) |
| Deck Area | 139.4 sq m |
| Main Spans | 1 |
| Year Built | 1939 |
Traffic
| Avg Daily Traffic | 2,600 (2020) |
| Truck Traffic | 2% |
| Lanes On Bridge | 2 |
Inspection & Ownership
| Last Inspection | 824 |
| Inspection Frequency | Every 24 months |
| Owner | State Highway Agency |
| Historical Significance | Bridge is not eligible for the National Register |
| Structure Number | 01015 |