Route 8 Northbound over Branch Brook

Poor Condition62 years old16,800 vehicles/day

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyLitchfield
Location0.25 Mi South Of Exit 38
CarriesRoute 8 Northbound
CrossesBranch Brook
Coordinates41.64773, -73.08156

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionPoor
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure4 (Poor)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length271.7 ft (82.8 m)
Max Span89.9 ft (27.4 m)
Deck Width47.6 ft (14.5 m)
Deck Area1200.6 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1964 (reconstructed 1994)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic16,800 (2021)
Truck Traffic6%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection924
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number01727

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