Route 8 Northbound over Echo Lake Road

Fair Condition62 years old15,100 vehicles/day

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyLitchfield
Location1.9 Mi North Waterbury LN
CarriesRoute 8 Northbound
CrossesEcho Lake Road
Coordinates41.61483, -73.06162

Condition Ratings

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

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length126.0 ft (38.4 m)
Max Span60.0 ft (18.3 m)
Deck Width43.6 ft (13.3 m)
Deck Area510.7 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1964 (reconstructed 2004)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic15,100 (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 Number01726

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