Route 8 Southbound over Echo Lake Road

Fair Condition62 years old14,100 vehicles/day

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyLitchfield
Location1.9 Mi. N Of Waterbury Tl
CarriesRoute 8 Southbound
CrossesEcho Lake Road
Coordinates41.61472, -73.06198

Condition Ratings

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

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length134.8 ft (41.1 m)
Max Span64.0 ft (19.5 m)
Deck Width43.6 ft (13.3 m)
Deck Area546.6 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1964 (reconstructed 1992)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic14,100 (2021)
Truck Traffic5%
Lanes On Bridge2
Lanes Under Bridge3

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection823
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number01725

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