Route 79 over Amtrak Railroad

Fair Condition69 years old10,800 vehicles/day

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyNew Haven
Location0.3 Mi N Of US Route 1
CarriesRoute 79
CrossesAmtrak Railroad
Coordinates41.28371, -72.60068

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure7 (Good)
Scour CriticalNot applicable

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length128.9 ft (39.3 m)
Max Span45.9 ft (14 m)
Deck Width53.1 ft (16.2 m)
Deck Area636.7 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1957 (reconstructed 1990)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic10,800 (2022)
Truck Traffic5%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection224
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number01125

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