Route 8 Southbound over Branch Brook
Fair Condition62 years old16,200 vehicles/day
Location
| State | Connecticut |
| County | Litchfield |
| Location | 0.3 Mile South Of Exit 38 |
| Carries | Route 8 Southbound |
| Crosses | Branch Brook |
| Coordinates | 41.64778, -73.08192 |
Condition Ratings
| Overall Condition | Fair |
| Deck | 7 (Good) |
| Superstructure | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Substructure | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Channel/Waterway | 7 (Good) |
| Scour Critical | 8 — Stable, low risk |
Physical Characteristics
| Material | Steel |
| Design | Stringer/Multi-beam |
| Total Length | 271.7 ft (82.8 m) |
| Max Span | 89.6 ft (27.3 m) |
| Deck Width | 43.6 ft (13.3 m) |
| Deck Area | 1101.2 sq m |
| Main Spans | 3 |
| Year Built | 1964 (reconstructed 1992) |
Traffic
| Avg Daily Traffic | 16,200 (2021) |
| Truck Traffic | 6% |
| Lanes On Bridge | 2 |
Inspection & Ownership
| Last Inspection | 924 |
| Inspection Frequency | Every 24 months |
| Owner | State Highway Agency |
| Historical Significance | Bridge is not eligible for the National Register |
| Structure Number | 01728 |